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Real Support.
Real Growth.

We partner with emerging and scaling CPG brands to solve complex challenges, improve operational efficiency, and unlock growth across retail, ecommerce, and distribution.

35+
Years
experiences
100+
Brands
Supported
  • Leadership
    Learn from proven experts who’ve built and scaled top brands.
  • Experience
    Hands-on insight from helping brands launch, grow, and scale.
  • Flexibility
    Support tailored to your brand’s stage, goals, and distribution model.
10
Years
experiences
250
types of
courses

35 Years Experience Helping With

Digital & Retail Marketing

From paid media to retail promotions, we build smart marketing strategies that move product, grow your brand, and boost visibility where it matters.

Founders Looking To Scale

Ready to grow? We provide expert insight, operational support, and connections to help you scale with clarity and control.

Early-Stage CPG

Get guidance from day one — from validating your product and positioning to navigating early growth and gaining your first retail wins.

Supply Chain & Logistics

Vendor performance key to trust, meeting key retailers KPIS. Tame the backend. We improve production, fulfillment, & inventory management so you can scale efficiently.

Scaling Nationally

Expand into new markets with confidence. From distributor outreach to retail expansion strategy, we’ll help you take your brand nationwide.

DTC & Retail Products

Whether you sell online, in stores, or both, we help optimize your product strategy, pricing, and placement to drive sales across every channel.

Meet the Team

Jim Embry

CEO & President

Molly Embry

CFO

Lori Uguccioni

VP, Business Development

Vicki Boedeker

Sr. Business Manager

Rebecca Rhodes

CRMO & Co-Owner

Ledford & Rhodes

Chris Ledford

President & Co-Owner

Ledford & Rhodes

Our APproach

Focused, collaborative, and designed to help your brand move forward faster and smarter.

Digging into your current reality to define the right path forward

We start by understanding your brand’s goals, challenges, and position in the market. From product readiness to retail traction, we identify where you are and what’s holding you back — then map a clear path forward.

This phase ensures every action we take is aligned with your business goals.

We help you prioritize, focus, and move forward

You’ll get access to expert insight across marketing, operations, retail, and logistics — along with hands-on support from seasoned operators. We build a tailored roadmap that includes immediate wins and long-term planning.

Think of us as your extended team, not just advisors.

Expanding your reach with the right strategic relationships

We open doors. From buyer introductions to vendor networks, we connect you with the people, platforms, and opportunities that accelerate growth. As your brand scales, we adapt our support to match your next phase.

Our network becomes your growth engine.

Retail Reach That Moves Product

+ Many More