Helping clients transform dreams into reality
As the Clean Label food market expands, CuliNEX and its staff are also expanding. Drew Chentow is the newest employee to join CuliNEX as a key contributor on the company’s sales and business development team. “I’m excited to help CuliNEX clients build their dreams,” said Drew, “or create their dreams from scratch.”
Finding just-right solutions for clients drives Drew’s approach. “Our clients come to us with their dreams, their everything,” said Drew. “I take a customer-centric perspective and am a proactive listener.”
Discovering dreams
In addition to listening well, Drew values engaging in in-depth conversations and truly understanding what clients are looking for. CuliNEX offers a range of capabilities, not just clean label product development, advisory services range the complete food product lifecycle from ideation to production. Drew works with clients by “diving deep” and identifying ways to facilitate their goals and accommodate their needs in the best possible way.
A client may come to CuliNEX to formulate a concept, for example, but after insightful discovery conversations, the client may come to realize they may also benefit from consumer insights, feasibility analysis, or supplier and contract manufacturing selections. CuliNEX has a wide range of industry networks, vendors, and specialized subcontractors so there’s almost no limit to how CuliNEX can help clients achieve their goals.
Return to Seattle
Though he’s been living in Southern California for the last 15 years, Drew grew up in the Madison Park area of Seattle, not far from the CuliNEX headquarters. Returning to his hometown isn’t the only reason he came back to Puget Sound as Drew sought a professional family that truly aligned with his core beliefs and commitment to client success.
“The company genuinely values creativity and innovation,” said Drew, “giving us the freedom to think outside the box and find solutions that truly benefit our clients.”
The food industry is new for Drew. He’s worked in a wide range of areas, from finance to beauty products. He’s worked with large teams and small teams, at startups and consultancies—he’s even been a partner in his own firm. CuliNEX and Drew are excited to combine their expertise for successful company, client, and professional outcomes.
The people and creativity to make dreams real
Drew appreciates the professionals he’s working alongside at CuliNEX. He described the Culinologists and other staff members as “creative thinkers.” Their intelligence and curiosity make for an exciting environment.
“I appreciate the strong sense of teamwork and shared purpose, where everyone is focused on delivering the best possible results while supporting each other’s growth,” said Drew. “We don't just aim for success. We ensure it by fostering strong relationships and a commitment to excellence."
Drew is looking forward to guiding his team to identify the needs of current and new clients. “I love coaching people,” Drew said, “In fact, I love people. People have such an incredible capacity for resilience, creativity, and kindness, and witnessing that fuels my drive.”
To Drew, his team, and all the clients he’s eager to work with, CuliNEX is a place where innovation transforms dreams into reality.
