Ever since he was young, Lance has had a deep love for animals, fishing, and the ocean. Introduced to deep-sea fishing early on, he learned to respect the ocean and its gifts. After moving to Monterey, CA to attend business school at CSUMB, his passions for ocean sustainability and exceptional food continued to grow. For over a decade, Lance has immersed himself in Monterey’s culinary scene as a chef and general manager. As he became part of the local fishing community, he noticed the amount of food waste and began creatively incorporating unused portions of his catch into his dogs’ diets. Using his culinary skills, he crafted fun, nutritious treats that sparked joy for his furry family — and Pacific Pet Treats was born.

Christina’s love for animals began with her first dog as a young girl and inspired her studies in psychology. She is a trauma and mental health therapist who specializes in animal-assisted therapy, working with organizations like Kinship Center, Unchained, and in her private practice with her therapy dog, Samba. Recently, she has focused on nutrition and the impact of food systems on health. Drawing from these experiences, Christina brings a passion for creating nutritious, fun, and enticing ways to support the human-animal bond in every pet lover’s home.