CPG by MPG Leadership
Kristine Glancy
EVP,
CPG BY MPG
Kristine has over 25yrs of industry experience where she has demonstrated her exceptional leadership in driving transformative strategies and fostering growth. Kristine served as a Senior Executive at The Kraft Heinz company in a variety of sales and marketing roles including leading retailers such as Target. She also served as CEO at Insignia, a Mpls based display agency where she lead the team through a product and team transformation leading to a successful transaction.
Kelly Linton
VP OF SALES,
BABY + HOME
Kelly is a former Target Merchant with 20+ years of experience across various areas including Merchandising, Negotiation and Segmentation. She leverages her merchandising experience to grow brands at Target, bridging connections and building strong relationships. Kelly is a dynamic leader and strategist who drives business success and growth.
Liz Bakken
SVP OF SALES,
BEAUTY + WELLNESS
During her 15+ years of experience representing brands at Target, Liz has honed category expertise and a sterling reputation within Beauty, Health and Food & Bev. She has been instrumental in growing both mature and emerging businesses at retail, leveraging connectivity and facilitating collaborative discussions with merchants and senior leaders.
Mike Koski
SVP OF SALES,
CONSUMABLES + ESSENTIALS
Mike has spent 20+ years driving sales with Target. He started career at Target in merchandise planning before taking on roles at category leading manufactures by managing the Target business. Mike has expertise in representing national brands and owned brands in Food & Beverage, and Essentials categories.
Jess Corner
SR MANAGING DIRECTOR,
NEW LAB
Jess is a multi-dimensional designer with 10+ years of design experience and education. With a background encompassing a wide variety of industries, she cultivates business potential through strategic design built to last your brand a lifetime in the digital and physical spaces alike.
Caroline Helling
SVP OF JBP,
NATIONAL ACCOUNTS + KOHLS
Caroline has 25+ years of experience working with Target. She has spent the last 15 in sales leadership roles selling into Target in multiple categories. She has helped launch emerging brands and grow established brands, helping clients build their partnerships.
Christine Mihajlov
SR DIRECTOR,
OMNICHANNEL OPERATIONS
Christine is a seasoned leader in digital advertising, previously serving as Director of Partner Solutions at Roundel, Target’s media division. She leverages her merchandising and e-commerce expertise to develop impactful media strategies that drive sales growth. She excels at building high-performing teams, fostering cross-functional partnerships, and delivering innovative solutions that exceed client expectations.
Jodi Tidd
SVP OF DEEP DIVE, INSIGHTS
& BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE
Jodi is a results-driven thought leader with exceptional achievements in strategy development, over a 19-year career in the Consumer Products Industry. Prior to joining CPG Jodi held leadership positions with Newell Brands, and P&G.
Ryan Gutzmer
PARTNER &
STRATEGIC ADVISOR
Ryan is an entrepreneurial brand builder/connector helping innovative companies & products succeed at retail. He began is career at Target, gaining firsthand insight into how brands connect with consumers, before moving into leadership positions at Applica Consumer Products and Griffin International. He then became a partner at The CPG, where he worked closely with a strong network of entrepreneurs, helping them launch, grow, and thrive at Target. Today he focuses on bringing new and innovate companies to the MPG portfolio.
Jeff Sunberg
PARTNER &
STRATEGIC ADVISOR
Jeff has spent 35 years cultivating partnerships between Target and industry leading retail vendors.
He is also the founder of the Creative Partners Group (the CPG).
CPG by MPG Sales Team
Ali Fall
SENIOR
SALES MANAGER
Ali has six years of experience with Target on the broker side, specializing in both owned and national beauty brands. As a Senior Sales Manager, she leverages her background in Account Management and Merchandising to drive growth and ensure seamless execution. Passionate about the beauty industry, Ali follows emerging social media trends and is dedicated to delivering results while building lasting brand partnerships.
Amanda Hadju
SALES MANAGER
CONSUMABLES
Amanda has been working with Target for 5+ years on the broker side, bringing expertise across the Food & Beverage division. As a Sales Manager, she draws on a strong background in Account Management and Merchandising, giving her a unique ability to balance strategic growth initiatives with operational execution. She is passionate about driving meaningful results for brands and building lasting partnerships within the Consumables space.
Andrew Liming
SR SALES MANAGER,
CONSUMABLES & OWNED BRAND
Andrew has 18+ years of experience working with Target, both internally and externally, all in the Grocery & Consumables categories. He has extensive knowledge of Target's Owned Brand product development and strategy and a proven track record of driving sales in both branded and private label businesses. He strives to bring thoughtful and collaborative leadership in every interaction with Target and our CPG clients.
Cheryl Zehrer
SALES DIRECTOR
BABY
Cheryl brings 20+ years of retail experience with leadership roles at Target, Walmart, and Kohl’s. For the past eight years, she has led sales in the baby and wellness categories, driving consistent growth with Target. Known for combining strategy with strong merchant instincts, Cheryl has built trusted partnerships and a proven record of category success.
Chris Allen
SALES DIRECTOR
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Chris has over 12 years of experience working in retail, with 5+ years of experience in inventory managment, and the last 7+ years as a broker working with Target. Chris has worked in a variety of categories, including Consumer Electronics, Baby, Beauty, Food & Beverage, and Health and Wellness.
Deena Eide
SR. SALES
DIRECTOR
Deena has over 25 years of experience of working at or with Target, where she has played a key role in launching new brands and accelerating the growth of established ones. Throughout her career, she has developed a deep expertise in brand strategy, product assortment, understanding the category, and partnerships wiht the vendors and Target.
Elizabeth Bernabo
SALES
MANAGER
Elizabeth is a strategic and data-driven sales leader with 15+ years of experience in the CPG industry, including over six years focused on the Target account across both manufacturer and broker roles. Deep expertise in aligning cross-functional teams to ensure retail strategies align with corporate priorities and drive profitable growth through collaborative planning, forecast accuracy, and performance optimization.
Jennifer Schmitz
SALES DIRECTOR,
STATIONERY, SEASONAL, A&A
Jennifer is a seasoned professional with over two decades of expertise in retail. With a keen eye for opportunity and a strategic mindset, Jennifer drives growth and fosters partnerships. Her dedication to excellence is evident in her work, from navigating complex landscapes to providing advice to her clients and colleagues. Jennifer's passion for retail is infectious, and combined with her extensive expertise, she is a trusted partner for her brands.
Kasey Keener
SR. SALES DIRECTOR
BEAUTY & WELLNESS
Kasey brings over seven years of experience partnering with Target in the rep world, driving sales growth and strengthening in-store execution. With 5 years of product merchandising experience at Nike and Adidas, Kasey blends a deep passion for fitness, health, and wellness with proven expertise in sales and business development. Her career reflects a commitment to building strong partnerships and delivering impactful retail solutions that connect leading brands with consumers.
Malyn Mueller
SALES MANAGER
BEAUTY & WELLNESS
Malyn has over 10 years of experience working with Target on the broker side. With her background in Account Management and deep understanding of Target process, she sets brands up for success with strong execution with a focus on growth opportunities at Target.
Mike Grochowski
SR. SALES DIRECTOR
BEAUTY & WELLNESS
Mike has over 20 years of experience at Target and Specialty Retail, with deep expertise in merchandising and category strategy. He leverages his background at Target to help brands navigate retailer expectations, refine their go-to-market approach, and build stronger partnerships. Mike specializes in the OTC/Health and the Beauty Naturals categories, where he has successfully launched new brands and revitalized existing ones.
Holly Hardzinski
SR. SALES DIRECTOR
CONSUMABLES
Holly has over 10 years of experience at industry-leading organizations, including a strong focus on Target, where she successfully managed key brands and delivered growth in highly competitive categories. She brings deep expertise in driving revenue growth and executing product launches across the Food, Beverage, and Wellness sectors.
Jordan Gerber
SR. SALES
DIRECTOR
Jordan has over a decade of experience driving growth for leading CPG and retail brands. He has held leadership roles at manufacturers and retailers including Beyond Meat, The J.M. Smucker, Georgia-Pacific, Tractor Supply Company and Target, building expertise in national account management, sales strategy, and retail partnerships. Jordan specializes in leading teams, growing category share, and delivering innovative go-to-market strategies across mass, grocery, and specialty channels. Passionate about building strong client relationships, he is dedicated to helping brands succeed in today’s competitive retail landscape.
Katherine Oslund
SR. SALES DIRECTOR
BEAUTY & WELLNESS
With expertise in Target’s major beauty categories, Katherine has led numerous successful and disruptive brand launches, while positioning existing brands for innovation, financial profitability, and market growth.
Matt Larson
SALES DIRECTOR
CONSUMABLES & ESSENTIALS
Matt has 20+ years of retail experience specializing in Target. He spent 8 years at Target in variety of merchandising roles. He has spent the last 10 years as a broker, specializing in Home, Essentials, and Consumables.
Rob Bader
SALES DIRECTOR
TARGET & BEST BUY
Rob has 20+ years of work experience calling on both Target and Best Buy with expertise in entertainment, licensing, wellness and home environment. He has successfully launched new items and brand shops as well as expanding existing business. Rob is able to leverage his background in sales, account management and customer marketing.
Vanessa Olson
SR. SALES MANAGER
CONSUMABLES
Vanessa has over 20 years of experience working for and with Target across retail and vendor roles. Starting with Target’s Owned Brand Food team, she lead cross-functional teams in the grocery category, before moving to the vendor side to manage the Target business and other key retail accounts. At CPG by MPG, she has further deepened her expertise in food and beverage, spanning both national brands and Target’s owned brand portfolio.
Jaspreet Kaleka
SALES DIRECTOR
KOHLS
Jaspreet is a retail industry leader with 20+ years of experience driving sales growth, launching new brands, and building strategic partnerships across national retailers. She is a former Kohl’s merchant with a proven track record in managing multimillion-dollar businesses, developing vendor relationships, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver consistent financial results.
Julia Isakson
SALES DIRECTOR,
STATIONERY, SEASONAL, A&A
Julia brings 15 years of experience working at and with Target across Sourcing, Merchandising, and Product Design & Development (PD&D). She has deep expertise in Stationery, Rear Seasonal, Beauty, Apparel & Accessories (A&A), and ODL, supporting both domestic and import businesses across National Brands and Owned Brands. Throughout her career, Julia has successfully onboarded new vendors with no prior Target experience while also helping long-standing partners expand and grow their businesses. She is passionate about evolving brands, driving innovation, and bringing fresh product ideas that fuel growth and strengthen the business.
Kevin Kelly
SR. SALES DIRECTOR
BEAUTY & WELLNESS
Kevin has 20+ years of experience in Target, mass, and specialty retail, specializing in merchandising, category strategy, and product development. He has driven growth through national brands, private label, licensing, and new product launches, building strong retailer partnerships along the way. With a proven track record, Kevin delivers go-to-market strategies that meet retailer expectations, accelerate sales, and create lasting brand success.
Megan Staniszewski
SALES DIRECTOR
CONSUMABLES & ESSENTIALS
Megan brings over a decade of experience managing and growing consumer goods brands in the mass retail space, with a passion for launching new brands and bringing fresh products to market.
Tim Puder
SR. SALES
DIRECTOR
Tim has 25+ years experience in retail. He has 15 years at Target as an inventory analyst, planner, merchant, and team leader across home, apparel, food, and localization categories. Tim has 10 years of sales experience selling into Target in the home, apparel, sporting goods, luggage, food, pet, and OTC.
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