Founder and Managing Principal of CPM, Inc., since 2008, Stu has over 30 years experience in retail marketing, licensing, consumer packaged goods sales and sales management, with experience in OTC (Procter and Gamble, Johnson & Johnson, Rexall Sundown), entertainment (Universal Studios) and durable house wares (World Kitchen LLC).

Stu’s CPG career has touched all retail classes: food, drug, mass, club, .com and specialty stores, US and international. 15 years of experience in leading cross-functional Walmart and Sam's Club Business Development teams has resulted in deep, broad account penetration and an in-depth understanding of how these retailers operate.

A former US Army cavalry officer, Stu has been blessed with a parade of outstanding managers and leaders in his career. Stu is student of, and writer/speaker on, leadership principles.

Since 1994, Stu, Susan and their sons have made northwest Arkansas home.

Vice-President of Sales, David brings over 35 years of experience selling a multitude of CPG  products to a wide range of retailers with the majority of this time dedicated to developing new and existing items in Wal-Mart and Sam’s Clubs. 

 David consistently increased sales and market share for a number of companies including Nestle, Lancaster Colony and Cacique Inc.. With an extensive background calling on multiple departments, David has developed relationships throughout Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club including Food, General Merchandise, Crafts, Housewares, Sporting Goods, Automotive and more. 

David and his wife Patty have raised their children in Bentonville and are active members of their church.  He has been active in Bentonville sports as a baseball coach in Little League and serving on the Bentonville High School Booster Club.