Timothy Klatt
CFO & Treasurer
BA 2006, College of Liberal Arts; BS 2006, MS 2013, Cockrell School of Engineering

Nathan Klatt
COO & Vice President
BBA, MPA 1995, McCombs School of Business

Since their humble beginnings in 1969, Drafft has grown to become one of the Southwest's leading specialty and premium beverage and ingredient manufacturers. Through hard work and dedication to their craft, they have earned a reputation for delivering high-quality products and services that exceed customers' expectations.
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Jason Bronstad
CEO 
BBA 2002, McCombs School of Business, Life Member 

Jason Stone
CFO
MPA 2008, BBA 2008, McCombs School of Business, Life Member

MALK is on a mission to clean up the plant-based aisle by crafting dairy-free alternatives that are as simple as they are delicious. Made with organic ingredients you can actually pronounce, free from gums, oils, and fillers, and always Non-GMO and dairy-free, MALK is redefining what clean-label, plant-based milk should be. With bold flavor, unmatched transparency, and just a handful of ingredients, MALK proves that "Less is More Delicious™." MALK is available at retailers nationwide, including Whole Foods Market, Albertsons, Amazon, Sprouts, Target, and Kroger. 
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Christine Jarrell
Owner & CEO 
BS 2001, Moody College of Communication 

Zellie's makes oral health effortless and effective with delicious gum and mints sweetened with 100% xylitol. Dentist-formulated and family-owned, Zellie's offers better-for-you alternatives that help protect teeth, freshen breath, and support long-term oral health—all without artificial sweeteners or colors. With bold flavors and convenient on-the-go care, Zellie's empowers people to enjoy healthier, more confident smiles, naturally.
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Blake Settle
Founder & CEO
BSA 2019, Life Member, College of Natural Sciences

Sam Ehlinger
Co-Founder
BBA 2020, Life Member, McCombs School of Business

Hannah Shebat
Head of Sales
BBA 2018, McCombs School of Business

Rev Gum is the No. 1 functional gum brand in the U.S. bringing you the best source of on-the-go energy!
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Aimy Steadman
Co-Founder & COO
MBA 2013, McCombs School of Business

Justin Fenchel
Co-Founder & CEO
MBA 2013, McCombs School of Business

BeatBox is the "Original Party Punch” offering fun and nostalgic flavors in a sustainable and resealable package. With a deep passion for live music, their community of super fans, and creating fun, BeatBox has become the brand that's bringing the party to the alcohol industry.
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Jason Bronstad
CEO
BBA 2002, McCombs School of Business, Life Member

Crafted with only the essentials, MALK is simplicity at its finest. No fillers, no shortcuts, just pure, delicious plant-based products that taste as good as they feel.

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Jim Sheahan
Franchisee
BS 1990, College of Communication, Life Member

Jim Sheahan, owner of Jimmy Cakes LLC, currently owns and operates 12 Nothing Bundt Cakes bakeries in Texas and Oklahoma and holds development rights to build another six. Sheahan prides himself on building great culture in his bakeries and providing an outstanding work environment for his team members, while serving top-tier products and service to his guests.
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Christopher Seals
Co-Founder & CEO
BA 1996, College of Liberal Arts, Life Member

Still Austin Whiskey Co. is the first grain-to-glass distillery to open in Austin, Texas since the end of Prohibition. Their premium, award-winning whiskey can be purchased in more than 30 states or sipped at their tasting room and live entertainment venue, which connects artists, creatives, and musicians who embody Texas culture to a community of whiskey aficionados. All spirits are hand-crafted using grains grown by Texas farmers.
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Cole Feinberg 
Founder & CEO
BA 2002, College of Liberal Arts, Life Member

FeinWines likes to say they aren't Master Somms, rather master consumers. Their passion for wine extends through discovering up and coming boutique wineries and finding awesome values. They bring these delights to the masses via weekly newsletters, social media, a killer holiday and corporate gift-giving program, and a world class custom-curated wine club.

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Thaleon Tremain
CEO
MBA 2000, McCombs School of Business

Pachamama Coffee is a roaster of specialty coffee wholly owned by thousands of farmers in Latin America and Africa. The global cooperative business was founded in 2006 by five pioneering producer groups from Peru, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Mexico, and Ethiopia, who pooled their resources to create their own business in California. Pachamama maintains a national whoesale program, five retail cafés and a DTC business that uniquely connects coffee consumers and farmers.
 

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