Frank Perez – Project Manager & Brewmaster-in-Training
Frank is the mastermind behind keeping Gut Brew running smoothly—think of him as the dungeon master of fermentation, ensuring every batch of kombucha levels up to perfection. When he’s not strategizing the newest flavors, he’s hitting the books at Cal State Long Beach, working toward his degree In Communication with the same dedication he gives to perfecting the art of on-tap Kombucha.
Jill Robertson – The Ultimate Utility Player
Jill is the glue that holds us together—filling in wherever needed with the precision of a project manager and the creativity of an artist. With a BFA in her pocket and an MBA in the works, she’s got the perfect mix of right-brain artistry and left-brain strategy. Whether it’s brewing, branding, logistics, or making sure the kombucha critters are happy, Leah jumps in and makes it happen.
Dr. james – Brewmaster
Dr. James is the visionary behind GutBrew®, blending science, soul, and a touch of superhero magic in every batch. With a Ph.D. in Psychology and a passion for fermentation, he’s on a mission to craft kombucha that nourishes both the community and the gut. Beyond brewing, Dr. James champions GutBrew’s cooperative model—putting people over profits, empowering members, and building a movement where health and human connection thrive together. When he’s not fine-tuning recipes to keep carbs low and flavors bold, you can find him geeking out over fermentation science, carefully pruning his bonsai trees, or sharing the vision of a health-first, community-driven future that fuels GutBrew®.
Sophie Brightwell — Marketing & Social Media Maven
Sophie is the sunshine behind GutBrew’s digital voice — always ready with a witty caption, a gut-friendly hashtag, and a camera roll full of kombucha glamour shots. When she’s not brainstorming reels or sharing gut health tips, you’ll find her sipping a Thai Sunrise, doodling new logo ideas on napkins, and convincing her friends that kombucha is basically magic in a bottle.