Meet The Team
Ken Milligan, PhD
Ken Milligan is an experienced innovator in the nutrition industry. He brings a skillset developed in roles including product development, business development, M&A, strategic consulting, and operations in human and pet dietary supplements, beverages, and medical nutrition.
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Former Director - Product Development and Director - Strategic Growth Initiatives at Lang Pharma Nutrition
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Holds Ph.D. that specialized in the search for new therapeutics from marine microalgae
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Proven and effective innovator and problem solver
Kevin Johnson
Kevin Johnson has a distinguished background in both the military and the food industry. His leadership and expertise have been demonstrated through various high-impact roles.
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Served in the US Army from 2003-2008, achieving the honor of Honor Graduate in Basic Training and All Source Intelligence Analysis School.
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Paratrooper, nominated Soldier of the Year, and deployed in Operation Enduring Freedom.
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Noncommissioned Officer in Charge of Intelligence Operations at the National Training Center.
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Held roles as National Account Manager for Frutarom and Symrise, and Western Territory Manager for Mother Murphy’s Flavors.
Matt Moss
Matt Moss is a dynamic Managing Director with extensive experience in strategic development, operational leadership, and project management. He excels in driving business transformations, managing complex projects, and leading high-performance teams.
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Founder, The Moss Agency
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Global Director of Marketing for Oakley
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Marketing Manager for APEX
Drew Peters, MA, CSCS
Drew Peters is the CEO and Owner of VG Nutraceuticals, bringing extensive experience in scientific innovation and quality management within the nutraceutical industry. He has a proven track record of leadership in various high-profile roles.
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Former Vice President for Alpha Prime and Vice President of Science, Innovation & Quality for Alpha Lion.
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Served as Chief Science Officer (CSO) for Dragon Pharma.
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Directed scientific affairs and product development for GAT Sport and ProSupps.
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Product Development Manager for VPX/Bang and advisor for GSC GSV.
Andrew Mancuso, CFP®, EA
Andrew Mancuso is the Founder and President of Mancuso Wealth Management, LLC, bringing significant expertise in financial planning and taxation. As an IRS Enrolled Agent (EA), he specializes in representation before the IRS.
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Certified Financial Planner (CFP) with proficiency in comprehensive financial planning, investment management, and retirement planning.
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Holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Texas A&M University, demonstrating a strong academic background and strategic business acumen.
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Extensive experience in wealth management and tax advisory services.
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Committed to delivering personalized financial solutions for clients.
Phillip Brashears, Operations Support, CSR
Phillip Brashears has a demonstrated track record of optimizing operational efficiency and driving business growth. He excels in strategic planning, resource management, and project execution, consistently delivering results that exceed expectations.
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Strategic Leadership: Leads operational strategy development aligned with business goals, driving efficiency and profitability.
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Resource Optimization: Expert in maximizing human, financial, and technological resources to achieve operational excellence.
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Performance Delivery: Delivers exceptional results through effective project management, ensuring on-time completion and exceeding performance metrics.
Ryan (RJ) J. Talbot
Ryan J. Talbot is the Director of Quality Assurance for CloudVirga (a Stewart Title Company) specializing in mortgage software. He has extensive experience in quality assurance and software testing across various industries.
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Former Senior Manager of Software Quality Assurance for Smart Action, focusing on AI-powered voice software.
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Trainer and Quality Assurance Manager for MindSpark (an Auticon Company), dedicated to software testing for individuals on the autism spectrum.
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Quality Assurance Manager for Hostile Shores LLC (Steam Games), Vivendi Games, Jukin Media, Sony Digital, and Fox Interactive Media, Myspace.
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Proven track record in leading quality assurance teams and improving software reliability.
Chris Shemza, Senior Creative Services Director
Chris Shemza is a seasoned Creative Services Director with internal and external agency experience. He excels in driving branding programs, custom packaging, websites and marketing.
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Director of Creative Services for Dr. Schulze's American Botanical Pharmacy.
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Director of Creative Services for Axiom Foods - Global Operations.
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Director of Creative Services for Growing Naturals - Product Packaging and Digital Campaigns.
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Marketing Services & Process Manager for Petco - Integrated Marketing.