John Anderson / Founder, CEO
John began his career investing in and growing privately held consumer-oriented companies. He has worked for Goldman Sachs, Hunt Private Equity Group and Falcon Investment Advisors to closely assist management teams in developing and executing strategic plans. He co-founded Zilks Foods and has been managing within the food manufacturing space for over 13 years.
Jim Simpson / Vice President of Operations
Jim began his career in the quality control laboratory but developed a passion for manufacturing and operations excellence. With a science background, Jim brings 15 years of quality and production experience and specializes in lean manufacturing and process improvement.
Tim Michelotti / Director of Product Development
Tim has over 16 years of product development experience with a primary focus in nutritional supplements, juice beverages, and savory sauce products. Tim specializes in finding solutions for formulation challenges and helping customers develop products from concept to commercialization. Tim has a bachelor’s degree in Dietetics and Food Service Systems and a culinary degree from Le Cordon Bleu Austin. His previous experience includes FONA International, Vegetable Juices, Inc., Optimum Nutrition, and Genesis Today.
Anna Vagnoni / Customer Experience Manager
Anna manages the day-to-day communication and relationships with all ATX customers. Her background is in Account Management, and her previous experience includes working with local Austin CPG brands. She specializes in customer service, business development, and sales reporting.
Jeanne Burton/ Human Resources Manager
With over 14 years of experience in human resources, Jeanne has developed a strong track record in employee relations, talent management, compensation, payroll, and benefits administration across multiple industries. She is passionate about creating environments where employees can thrive and grow into their full potential. Known for her creative techniques and innovative ideas, Jeanne motivates teams and fosters a culture of development, helping employees progress into bigger roles and achieve personal and professional growth. Her approach combines strategic HR practices with a deep understanding of the human side of business, making her a trusted partner in driving organizational success.
Larissa Jackson/ Quality Assurance Manager
Larissa Jackson is an experienced professional with over 10 years of expertise in the field of food manufacturing. With a primary focus on quality assurance, they have played a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of product quality, safety, and compliance. Their extensive knowledge of quality control processes, industry regulations, and food safety practices has been instrumental in maintaining excellence in food manufacturing operations. Larissa is dedicated to delivering products that meet and exceed customer expectations while upholding the highest levels of quality and safety standards.
Roger Herrera / Warehouse Director
Roger has a background in Transportation, Logistics and Warehouse management. He uses these experiences to oversee organizations distribution/logistics/warehouse department. Roger helps optimize day to day operations and strategies other ways of efficiencies.
Arnold Gutierrez / Maintenance Manager
Arnold handles all maintenance operations for our 53k square foot facility. His extensive background and 35 years of maintenance experience make him an invaluable asset to the ATX Team.
