"Lynea was the key piece in developing and strategizing
to bring my small family business to a National Brand. Without her extraordinary
knowledge, experience, wisdom and patience, we would not have met our
goals. Her integrity is renown in the Natural Products Industry. I am
proud to call her my best advisor and friend."
Hugo Saavedra
Founder, Beautiful Soap & Company
"When I first contacted Lynea, my expectation was that she could help
my husband and I get our product to market Nationally. Little did I
know that her contribution would be much more extensive. Lynea not only
has remarkable experience and understanding of the Natural Products
Industry, she also has an astute insight into business in general. Her
guidance proved to be instrumental in all aspects of our company’s
growth. From the smallest details to the most looming conundrums, I
have had a reliably knowledgeable, professional and priceless resource
in Lynea. I have no doubt that our growth would not have been so dynamic
without her.
Debra Saavedra
Co-Founder, Beautiful Soap & Company
"Lynea
was a key ingredient in the development of our product line for the
natural foods business. Her keen insight and guidance provided us with
the direction we needed to introduce our 'Italian' offerings into this
growing segment. Lynea's knowledge of the industry from the purchasing,
research & development, and marketing perspectives combined with
her passion for the business & results oriented attitude is a 'Natural'
fit for any company."
Joe Keip, National Sales Manager, Michelangelo’s Italian Cusine
“Lynea
has the ability to not only recognize trends but act on them. Lynea’s
keen insight helped to open the door on our product line and make it
one of Whole Foods Market’s top bar lines. I have treasured Lynea’s
wisdom in the natural food industry for years as it has always brought
me great success. If you are looking to grow your company I wouldn’t
walk to pick up the phone to call Lynea I would run.”
Kristy Walker, National Sales Manager, ZonePerfect Nutrition Company
“Lynea,
your company brings a much needed resource to the ever evolving natural
products industry! Throughout our long relationship I have always valued
the innovative concepts and ideas you've brought to the table. You definitely
have your "finger on the pulse" of all the aspects of this
business. For anyone looking to enter into, or excel in this market
your talents will be an essential ingredient in their success!”
Debbie Engle, National Key Account Manager, New Chapter Inc.
“A Natural Resource has helped us conduct market research, develop a
new organic product line and market that product line. Lynea Schultz-Ela's
knowledge of the organic/natural foods market, contacts within the industry,
and creativity in finding solutions has been instrumental in helping
our ideas become a reality.”
Steve Ela, owner, Ela Family Farms
“Lynea
understands the grocery industry from all sides. Her knowledge of supply-
side, purchasing, category management and marketing programs gives her
a unique and powerful understanding of how to get products on the shelf
and positioned properly.”
Bruce Silverman, Vice President Whole Foods Market SW
"Lynea came along at a critical juncture in our evolution from small batch production in the back room of my restaurant to 40,000 lbs of dough a day in a state of the art production facility, achieved for the most part, as a direct result of following her advice. When we followed her advice, things were, as she warned, hard. When we didn't follow her advice, things were, as she warned, a lot harder. My 42 years as a Chef had me feeling I knew something about the food business.
My first 42 minutes with Lynea nullified that. As I entered the new world of frozen food production, I became aware quickly, that I was like a virgin in a brothel, and it was scary. Lynea helped alleviate some of that fear, provided a critical path, and occasionally, a shoulder to cry on. I recommend her wholeheartedly as a sage and wizened counselor for anyone trying to either enter the market, or to maximize their market share."
Michael Gagne,
Gagne Foods Inc.
Home of the 72 layer Cream Cheese Biscuit
Bath, ME
