Our Values

With more than 30 years of leadership experience in the food and beverage industry, Kevin Ponticelli brings a wealth of expertise in sales, marketing, and general management to Pre®. Before joining the team, Kevin served as COO and President of Mizkan American Inc., CEO of Discovery Foods, and President of both Kraft’s North American Cheese business and Kraft’s Pizza Division. He also held the role of Senior Executive Vice President at Dairy Management Inc. During his time at Kraft, Kevin helped lead the development, test marketing, and national expansion of DiGiorno Rising Crust Pizza, playing a key role in creating the iconic “It’s Not Delivery, It’s DiGiorno” campaign. A member of the Wayne State University Athletic Hall of Fame, Kevin’s competitive spirit extends beyond business. He’s a lifelong sports enthusiast and an avid fan of backyard grilling. His favorite meal? A classic cheeseburger, made with Pre® grass-fed ground beef, grilled medium rare over charcoal, topped with melted American cheese, and enjoyed with all the fixings... And, of course, an ice-cold beer.

Nicole is our savvy, tenacious CMO with a passion for real food and a love for the Pre® mission. She’s not just here for the chuck roast (though it’s the star of her legendary French onion soup), she’s here to help bring real, grass-fed and finished beef to tables across the country. With more than 20 years of experience launching and growing start-ups like Boca, Forkless Gourmet, and Natural Fitness, Nicole knows how to get things done. She’s a strategist, a creator, and a collaborator who thrives on building great experiences often on tight timelines. You’ll rarely catch her sitting still; she’s always on the move, working with partners, teammates, and customers to make big things happen. When she’s not leading the charge at Pre®, Nicole loves spending time with her family and she’s never too far from a bag of Swedish Fish.

Joe has been with Pre® since day one, keeping our operations running with precision, passion, and a little bit of beef geekery. As COO, he ensures every cut of Pre® beef arrives safely, on time, and at just the right temperature for that “wow, that’s tender” moment. A certified meat cutter and self-proclaimed cheeseburger enthusiast, Joe combines deep industry expertise with unmatched attention to detail. Before joining Pre®, he held key roles at Tyson, Hillshire, and Chicago Meat Authority, where he honed his skills in production optimization and sourcing. Around here, he’s not only our logistics expert, he’s also our reigning table tennis champion. When he’s not overseeing operations, you’ll find Joe biking around town, walking his energetic dog Lula, or flexing his culinary chops in the kitchen. No Michelin stars (yet), but plenty of delicious results.

Bob is our incredible CSO and a true advocate for sustainable animal protein. He’s passionate about helping more people discover Pre® and leads the charge in building partnerships that expand our reach and support regional growth. His dedication to quality, integrity, and responsible sourcing makes him an invaluable part of the Pre® team. With years of experience in the meat and CPG industries, Bob brings both expertise and enthusiasm to every conversation. Whether he’s introducing our brand to new partners or taste-testing a perfectly seared New York Strip, he’s always focused on delivering excellence. Outside of work, Bob enjoys spending time with his wife and four college-aged kids, cheering them on at their many activities. He’s also an avid traveler and loves taking long walks with his two dogs, Ellie and Polly.