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Meet our team of highly motivated Industry Experts!

Kevin Smith

 GTM Founder & CEO


  30+ years of industry experience with companies such as Campbell Soup, Godiva and Advantage Solutions. Kevin has partnered with brands like Pepsico, Frito Snacks, Mars PET, Henkel, Alcon, Slimfast, Lassonde, Crystal Geyser and Blistex. He has an extensive background in Sales, Business Development and Client Consulting all while approaching everything with an entrepreneurial spirit.  

Lesli Kardokus

 GTM Sales - VP of Business Development 

  

 Lesli has 25+ years of experience in direct client succession planning, sales, marketing, management, logistics, R&D, product development, and retail merchandising.  Throughout her career, she’s had the privilege of working with nationally recognized CPG clients across a wide range of industries, including grocery, retail, paper goods, health & beauty, and more. Lesli has collaborated with some of the most recognized names in the beauty, cosmetics, skincare, food, emblematic gifts, and apparel sectors.

Scott Ruth (NMSG)

  Kroger


  Scott has 20+ years in CPG calling on Kroger. Based in Cincinnati, Scott is close to the action and is able to provide Kroger and our clients the service and attention they deserve. Scott has excelled from Sales Manager to Vice President of Sales and National Market Share Group because of his attention to detail and ability to consistently drive profitable growth with his clients.


Eric Berger (Berger Sales, LLC)

 Albertsons / Winco / Bi-Mart / Jacksons 

 

Eric has over 23+ years in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry.  He knows how to gain higher-level relationships with key commercial accounts. He leverages his entrepreneurial and innovative mindset to bring out-of-the-box ideas to life while gaining market share through profitable growth.


Clay Goforth (Dark Horse Retail Group)

 Walmart / Sam's / Target

 Clay has spent the last 10+ years launching, growing, and managing brands in categories across the store including pet, adult bev, food and beverage, automotive, lawn and garden, housewares, health and beauty, and multicultural care.  Clay builds deep relationships with clients and retailers on the foundation of authenticity, transparency, generosity, and results.  He has an incredible track record of pioneering new brands into existence AND growing larger established brands into greater prominence in a very competitive marketplace.    


Brian Kickhoefer (Pinnacle Sales SW)

 SW Grocery  

    

Brian has 30+ years experience in CPG. His experience includes owning and operating his own Brokerage in the Southwest. Brian and his team have a very successful background managing his clients with customers like HEB, Brookshire Grocers and Brookshire Bros. and Associated. Brian is extremely knowledgeable and has great relationships with his southwest retailers. He knows how to get things done! 

Rick Wilshe (Wilshe Enterprise)

 Convenience / Travel / Specialty  

  

Rick has 30+ years experience in CPG His experience includes a successful background in retail merchandising, as well as sales management at companies like 7-Eleven and Barnes & Noble College. Rick’s unique experience working for retailers and suppliers has given him a thorough understanding of the supply chain from manufacturer to consumer. 

Jerry Melillo (JM Brokers)

 SE Grocery   

  

Award winning senior consumer goods management executive of 40+ years with a proven track record of achieving financial margins, surpassing established volume goals and increasing market share with Publix, SEG, Harris Teeter The Fresh Market, and other SE Grocers. Innovative change agent skilled consultative sales and working collaboratively across the matrix. Demonstrated success in strategic sales and market planning..

Skip Stoelzing (Dark Horse Retail Group)

 Target   


With over 16 years in CPG and calling on Target, Skip is an experienced retail leader with broad background in business development, human resources, merchandising, team leadership and store operations. Skip is professional, positive attitude, commitment to excellence, and an effective communicator. He is results oriented with strong critical thinking with a high sense of integrity.

Mike Hornigold (Deep Blue Commerce)

 3PL & DTC Service   

  

Mike, Co-Founder of Deep Blue Commerce, brings over 30 years of CPG and retail experience from Coca-Cola, Walmart, Kids2, and McClatchy Retail Network. His agency is focused on creating the “Easy Button” for DTC success, offering website development, site management, digital marketing, data analytics, end-to-end logistics, and customer service support. Mike’s customer-centric approach ensures strategic tailored and innovative solutions for seamless client experiences.

Brittney DeWinne (Pinnacle Sales SW)

SW Region


Brittney brings experience in Sales, Marketing, Category Management, Trade Funding, Strong Negotiator, Planning, and Data Analysis. She has worked in Direct Sales as well as Agencies focusing on HEB and the SW Retailers. Brittney is very well organized, impeccable attention to detail and has a wealth of knowledge and expertise with HEB and other SW Retailers.

Steve Flynn (NDK Sales)

 Costco / BJ’s 

  

Steve has 30+ years of experience spearheading merchandising and distribution strategies of consumer products to major retailers nationwide, cultivating relationships with key stakeholders that drive revenue. Steve Specializes in CPG sales at Costco and BJ's Wholesale Club and is skilled at developing brand recognition to improve market share. He has extensive experience in New Business Development, Customer-focused solution selling and data analysis. 

Brad Blackwell (Blackwell Sales Group)

 West PA / Ohio Grocery 

  

Brad has over 20 yrs experience calling on Giant Eagle and the West PA / Ohio Retailers.  Brad has been in the Brokerage business his entire career and understands what it takes to succeed with his respective retailers. 

Joelle Hoffman (Nor Cal Food Sales)

Nor Cal Grocery

  

Joelle has an extensive career in the Food industry.  Her 25+ years of Direct and Broker experience provides her the knowledge to get the job done.  She has an outstanding understanding of her retailers and what is takes to secure and grow distribution.

Anthony Vitro (Keystone Commerce)

ECommerce


Anthony is the founder of Keystone Commerce.  Keystone Commerce is a comprehensive ecommerce agency that can increase sales and create new opportunities for both emerging and established brands. Our team is responsible for managing business at Amazon, Walmart, Home Depot, and over 20 other digital retailers.

Joe Homan (SoPac Food Sales)

SoCal / Utah

 

Joe is an experienced Sales Manager with over 30 years of industry experience, having made significant contributions for companies such as Nestlé Foods, Chef America (Hot Pockets), John B. Sanfilippo & Son, and Advantage Solutions. His in-depth market knowledge and consistent follow-up are key strengths that have driven his market success.  He focuses on the Southern California and Utah Markets.

Sam Roberts (Sell on Retail)

ECommerce

  

  

Sam is an eCommerce and retail leader with a decade of experience across buying, brand management, and distribution. He has held roles at Walmart eCommerce, AeroGrow International (a Scotts Miracle-Gro company), and McClatchy Retail Network. In 2021, he founded SellOnRetail Consulting to help brands drive profitable growth on Amazon, Walmart, Wayfair, and other platforms through strategy development, profit-first scaling, fulfillment optimization, and hands-on execution.

Amy Rempel (Elevation Brands)

Canada

  

With over 20 years of experience in the health and wellness space and in CPG, Amy brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to brands within the Canadian market. She has worked in sales at UNFI and Tree of Life, was a brand manager and helped drive the growth of a gluten free company and manufacturing facility, Canbrands Specialty Foods Through the years she has had the pleasure of helping brands grow including The Unscented Company, Dr. Squatch, Caboo, Honibe, Jack59, PaneRiso Foods, Gingerbug Brewing Co. and many more!

Mike Merkel (Get to the Shelf)

Mid-South 


 Mike has 20+ years of experience in the Natural/Specialty industry, specializing in sales execution, budget planning, broker management, and fact-based selling. He has led a 32-person team covering conventional retailers and distributor headquarters nationwide, while also managing brand expectations and increasing sales through effective sales plans and promotional spending.

Bob Arnold (Suncoast Food Brokers)

  SE Food Service   


An industry veteran with 40+ years in the foodservice industry, Bob has worked for White Swan, Lyons Magnus, A. Camacho, Precision Foods, HOPCO Foodservice, National Beverage, Cox Seafood and Southern Food Systems. Bob has an extensive background in Sales, Sales Management and Business Development and started Suncoast Food Brokerage in May of 2021. Bob approaches his business with an open mind and likes to build his business with new and creative ideas.  

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