Our Vision
To empower brands and team members to drive growth and innovation through collaboration, creative problem-solving, and data-driven insights, fostering long-term growth for our brands.
Our Partner Team
Lisa Thorson brings 14+ years of CPG experience as a broker and sales manager, combined with 8+ years in data analytics.
As the founder of Run the Numbers, Lisa specializes in helping brands navigate sales strategy, trade spend, and retail analytics—turning data into actionable growth strategies.
Ross Perkins brings more than 10 years of experience as a brand owner and operator with a deep understanding of CPG operations.
A true jack-of-all-trades, Ross specializes in streamlining processes, optimizing supply chains, and navigating the challenges of scaling a brand in a competitive market.
Stone Zhang leverages a Master’s in Data Science and CPG experience to turn complex data into actionable insights. Skilled in Tableau, Power BI, and Excel, Stone helps brands optimize sales, trade spend, and retail performance through data-driven decision-making.
Victoria Hartman brings over 25 years in the CPG industry and has led high-performing sales teams for legacy natural food brands and a top national food broker while driving market expansion and revenue growth. Specializing in go-to-market strategy, brokerage management, and commercial execution, she helps brands navigate retail complexities, optimize performance, and achieve sustainable success.
Troy Taylor brings expertise as a grocery buyer and broker, offering a unique perspective on retail and brand growth. With a passion for supporting emerging brands, Troy helps navigate sales strategy, broker management, and retail execution to drive success in the competitive CPG space.
