JAKE HERMES

Jake has 23 years of experience in the industry. Extensive experience in sourcing, packaging and mostly...listening! He’s also a dad of three who loves his job, the outdoors, and playing sports.

Rachel Laven

There is no one who cares more and is passionate about your success than Rachel and it has never wavered in 20+ years. She manages the team that handles behind-the-scenes details for both customers & factory. She loves her family and her animals - 4 dogs, 4 cats and 4 frogs!

Ken Kaiser

Ken is our patriarch! With 35+ years in the Midwest, his wealth of experience ranges from GM of a $300 million trading company to national merchandise manager of a national retailer & running a rep agency for the past 12 years.

HEATHER MCKAY

Heather has 20+ years in sales to specialty stores and mass merchants in the Midwest. Excellent product development capabilities in her core categories with significant Asia experience. Extensive understanding and success in the pet industry with her own Grand Champion Bichon, including a 2nd in the world award.

“Their motto is to be of service. Challenge them and see. They love being important behind the scenes support to our factories and customers. They understand their hard work and accuracy is important to keeping everything running.”