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Executive leadership

The team that runs your U.S. commercial program.

TruLife’s executives work on client engagements directly — strategy, buyer engagement, operations and sales — supported by a wider marketing, finance and business development team.

Executive leadership

60+ Years of Combined Industry Experience

Experienced Leadership. Established Industry Relationships. Real Retail Execution.

TruLife Distribution's leadership team brings more than 60 years of combined experience across U.S. retail sales, national account development, consumer products, distribution, brand management, and U.S. market commercialization.

TruLife brings together experienced professionals with backgrounds spanning major consumer brands, national retail organizations, product development, distribution, and U.S. commercialization. Our leadership team combines longstanding industry relationships with the operational experience required to help manufacturers successfully enter and grow in the American marketplace.

Our team's professional backgrounds include experience with recognized industry organizations such as Optimum Nutrition, The Vitamin Shoppe, Nutrabolt, Twinlab, Amway, and Ultimate Nutrition.

Our focus spans dietary supplements and vitamins, health and wellness, functional foods and beverages, beauty and skincare, personal care, healthy aging, pet wellness, and consumer products and retail distribution—not sports nutrition alone.

Brian Gould, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of TruLife Distribution

At TruLife

  • Strategic vision and long-term growth of TruLife Distribution
  • International business development
  • Retail commercialization planning, buyer engagement and category presentations
  • Commercial negotiations on behalf of client brands

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Brian Gould

Fourth-Generation Retail Distribution Professional | 20 Years of Industry Experience

Brian Gould is a fourth-generation retail distribution professional with 20 years of experience in the nutrition, health, and wellness industries.

Building upon a family legacy spanning four generations in retail distribution and commerce, Brian has developed extensive expertise in U.S. retail market entry, national retail development, international brand commercialization, and strategic business development.

Throughout his career, Brian has worked with domestic and international manufacturers, emerging consumer brands, and established retail organizations, helping them navigate the complexities of introducing and expanding consumer products throughout the United States.

His professional experience includes national retail buyer engagement, category presentations, product positioning, commercial negotiations, and the development of retail expansion strategies across specialty nutrition, pharmacy, natural grocery, wellness, and other consumer product channels.

Brian has also developed significant experience in California's retail marketplace, including independent natural grocery, specialty nutrition, regional retail, and wellness-focused channels.

Through extensive involvement in ECRM retail buying programs since 2009 and national retail initiatives, he has developed a strong understanding of retailer purchasing processes, category reviews, and commercial execution.

As Founder and CEO of TruLife Distribution, Brian leads the company's strategic vision, international business development, retail commercialization initiatives, and long-term growth.

Experience described before the founding of TruLife reflects Brian's personal professional career, not TruLife corporate results.

Brian’s leadership page, video and media →

Jimmie Carmeci, Director of Operations of TruLife Distribution

At TruLife

  • Client onboarding and product coordination
  • Operational execution and account management
  • Ongoing client support and market-entry preparation

Director of Operations

Jimmie Carmeci

Product Development, Operations & Commercialization

Jimmie Carmeci brings extensive experience in the health, wellness, dietary supplement, and consumer products industries, with a professional background that includes The Vitamin Shoppe's corporate organization, Nutrabolt, and Ultimate Nutrition.

Throughout his career, Jimmie has gained valuable experience working within established organizations involved in consumer products, retail operations, product development, and commercialization.

His professional background includes product development, formulation coordination, manufacturing processes, operational planning, product launches, and the various requirements involved in bringing nutritional and wellness products to market.

His experience with The Vitamin Shoppe's corporate organization has given him insight into the operational and commercial expectations of established U.S. retail organizations.

His background with Nutrabolt and Ultimate Nutrition further contributes to his understanding of product development, brand operations, and the processes necessary to support products in competitive retail environments.

As Director of Operations at TruLife Distribution, Jimmie oversees client onboarding, product coordination, operational execution, account management, and ongoing client support.

He works closely with TruLife's leadership, sales, and marketing teams to ensure that brands are properly prepared for market entry and have the infrastructure needed to support their continued growth.

Jimmie's experience with recognized industry organizations provides TruLife's clients with valuable operational knowledge and practical guidance throughout the commercialization process.

Experience with The Vitamin Shoppe, Nutrabolt and Ultimate Nutrition reflects Jimmie's personal career background, not retailer endorsement of TruLife.

Matthew Boyce, Director of Sales of TruLife Distribution

At TruLife

  • Retail sales development and buyer engagement
  • National and regional account development
  • Sales presentations and commercial negotiations

Director of Sales

Matthew Boyce

25+ Years of Retail Sales, National Account & Distribution Experience

Matthew Boyce brings more than 25 years of experience in retail sales, national account development, distribution, and business development across the health, wellness, nutritional products, and consumer goods industries.

Throughout his career, Matthew has worked with recognized organizations and brands, including Optimum Nutrition, Twinlab, and Amway.

His professional accomplishments include more than $500 million in booked orders associated with his sales work at Optimum Nutrition, reflecting his extensive experience with major retail sales opportunities.

Matthew's background includes national account management, sales strategy, wholesale distribution, retail buyer relationships, and helping established consumer brands expand their presence across the United States.

His experience extends beyond any single product category and includes an understanding of the commercial requirements involved in bringing consumer products into competitive U.S. retail environments.

As Director of Sales at TruLife Distribution, Matthew applies his knowledge and relationships to help domestic and international manufacturers identify retail opportunities, establish buyer relationships, expand distribution, and develop sustainable long-term sales.

Experience with Optimum Nutrition, Twinlab and Amway reflects Matthew's personal career before TruLife, not TruLife corporate results.

The wider team

Marketing, finance and business development.

Ray Pappalardo

Ray Pappalardo

Director of Business Development

With three years at TruLife, Ray develops business opportunities with domestic and international brands and builds relationships with prospective clients. His work draws on his experience in sales and business development in health and wellness.

Danielle Krause

Danielle Krause

Director of Marketing & Business Development Operations

A marketing and management graduate of Walsh College, Danielle spent twenty years leading creative strategy in another industry before moving into health and wellness. She oversees lead generation, coordinates outreach teams, manages prospecting communications, and helps generate qualified business opportunities.

Kyle Bennett

Kyle Bennett

Chief Financial Officer

With TruLife since the business began. Kyle is responsible for payables and receivables across the client base.

Rodica Lesan

Rodica Lesan, RN, BSN

VP of Commercial Strategy

A registered nurse by training, with a background in health and wellness and personnel management. Rodica supports day-to-day operations and coordinates meetings with prospective clients.

Jaron Pak

Jaron Pak

Content Creator

Jaron has written for a range of publications including Forbes, Men’s Health, MarketWatch, Entrepreneur and Inc. He turns complex health, wellness and nutraceutical material into something a reader will actually finish.

Pinky Gomez

Pinky Gomez

Business Development Specialist

Years of experience in business development and sales support, turning first conversations into working relationships with clarity and follow-through.

Next step

Speak with the team directly.

Tell us about your brand, your category and where you want to be in U.S. retail. We will tell you plainly what the path would involve.

Schedule a Complimentary 15-Minute Introduction Take the Retail Readiness Assessment Submitting the form sends a request; our team confirms a time with you. No purchase is required. The optional $3,500 U.S. Market Assessment is a separate, paid service. or reach us directly · info@TruLifeDistribution.com · +1.561.210.8569

A first step

Considering U.S. retail for your brand?

Start with a complimentary 15-minute introduction, or take the free Retail Readiness Assessment. Neither requires purchasing the optional $3,500 U.S. Market Assessment.

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