Q: How long have you been with Grand Brands?

A:   I was one of the earliest members of Grand Brands.  Once David Schleider, founder and president completed development of True Lemon and began production, I was brought on board to focus on pioneering True Lemon® into the Office Refreshment Service channel.

Q:When you first started, did you have any idea True Lemon® would be this popular?

A: I knew that True Lemon® was an amazing product that filled a huge void in the marketplace.  However, I am a little surprised by the overwhelming amount of consumer loyalty and level of enthusiasm from our customers. It’s exciting to finally see everything come together.

Q:What does being Vice President of Specialty Markets entail?

A: I am one of those lucky people who really loves what he does. I am responsible for all aspects of our foodservice, office refreshment service and specialty retail stores business channels. On a day-to-day basis, I oversee sales, distribution, promotions, incentives, and trade shows for all these business segments. I also coordinate our marketing efforts with Heidi Carney, our Vice President of Consumer Marketing and Customer Relations. In addition to these responsibilities, I manage our newly formed partnership with Sugar Foods Corporation.  Sugar Foods handles our direct distribution into Foodservice and Office Refreshment Service.

Q:What makes True Lemon® so great to have in offices and/or cafeterias?

A:   People are growing more and more health conscious.  True Lemon® has 0 calories, 0g carbohydrates, no sweeteners, and is made from all-natural ingredients. This really appeals to today's consumers.  So many people are sitting at their desk, drinking water all day.  Unfortunately, most people find water boring and tasteless.  Many people tell us, " True Lemon® makes water so easy to drink, and it’s so enjoyable.”  True Lemon® allows water to be water.  You're not turning your water into an unhealthy beverage by adding anything artificial. 

In addition, lemons are simply inconvenient to have at work. They spoil quickly and can be costly and messy. In some cafeteria settings, lemon slices sit in a bowl all day and can end up looking unappealing. True Lemon® allows consumers in offices and cafeterias the great taste and health benefits without the mess, hassle or sanitary issues.

Q:How can someone get True Lemon® into their office/cafeteria?

A: That's easy.  Grand Brands is a nationally approved supplier to US Foodservice, Sysco and every Office Refreshment Distributor nationwide.  Office managers and foodservice mangers can simply request True Lemon® to be delivered with their regular supplies.