Who We Are and What We Do
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Pihlstrom Consulting Group (PCG) is a certified woman-owned business dedicated to driving growth and innovation for organizations in the food, agriculture, and consumer goods sectors. We specialize in strategic consulting, supplier diversity, and market development, helping brands and businesses thrive in an evolving marketplace.
With deep expertise in sustainability, plant-based innovation, and inclusive business practices, PCG partners with clients to create bold strategies that deliver measurable impact.
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2026 MLK Legacy Award Ceremony
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In the News
COMMITTED TO inclusive practices and embracing diversity
Our Vision
TRANSFORMING BRANDS, DRIVING SUCCESS
Our Journey
A LEGACY OF
EXCELLENCE
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FACTS & FIGURES
Our Track Record of Success
Years of Experience:
20+
Years in the Industry
Clients Served:
40+
Satisfied Clients
Market Share Increase :
50%
Successful Growth
Years in Business:
8
Years Building Together
Our Services
WELL CONNECTED.
WELL EQUIPPED.
At Pihlstrom Consulting Group, we deliver best-in-class consulting services rooted in strategic insight, cultural intelligence, and industry expertise. Our team is deeply experienced across B2B, B2C, and the food & beverage sectors, and we operate as trusted subject matter experts in organizational development, brand strategy, and plant-based innovation. Whether guiding startups or scaling legacy brands, we bring a global perspective and a collaborative spirit to every partnership.
Our Services
TRANSFORMING IDEAS INTO EFFECTIVE MARKETING CAMPAIGNS
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MARKET RESEARCH & ANALYSIS
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DIGITAL MARKETING SERVICES
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BRAND STRATEGY & POSITIONING
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Our Board
ELITE STRATEGY ADVISORY BOARD PARTNERS
Jenny L. Verner
Jenny L. Verner, Commercial Executive with experience primarily in the agricultural and food industries through her 37 year career with Cargill. She has operated as a business unit president, and brings with her a background in leadership across a variety of disciplines, including: commodity trading and risk management, supply chain, transportation & logistics, sales & commercial, and general operations. Presently, Jenny serves as a Director of Minnwest Corporation. Jenny lives in Chaska, Minnesota and has three grown children.
Thomas Pihlstrom
Thomas Pihlstrom, CPA, CFO of Pihlstrom Consulting Group with over 20 years finance experience. He has worked across a wide array of industries, using his exemplary mix of analytical and client relations abilities to bridge the gap between people and the numbers. Thomas lives in Plymouth, Minnesota with his wife Armetha and their beloved son, Isaiah Pihlstrom.
HEAR IT FROM OUR HAPPY CLIENTS
"Recommend Unconditionally!"
She is the type of person you want on your team who will make you and everyone she works with better.
Ann Clark Tucker,
Former Director of Marketing, Truvia®
"Fearless, kind, & intelligent leader"
If you want someone to get something done, Armetha is your woman. She doesn’t just make promises, she comes through with fireworks.
Miyoko Schninner,
Founder of Miyoko's Creamery
"Attentive to Every Detail"
Armetha’s dynamism and warmth; she radiates positive energy and is a natural leader, as well as a generous colleague.
Dr. Sue Klapholz,
Vice President, Nutrition, Health, Food Safety, Impossible Foods
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