Top Natural Food Broker 2025

Burst Management, a leading consulting firm in the natural products industry, has been recognized as one of the Top Natural Food Brokers of 2025 by Retail Business Review. This award highlights Burst’s commitment to assisting emerging consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands in navigating competitive retail markets through a unique combination of category management, retail strategy, and hands-on execution.

In an industry where traditional broker models often prioritize legacy or high-volume brands, Burst Management has established a niche for mission-driven brands that require real-time guidance, strategic input, and retail access. Their tailored approach is revolutionizing how rising CPG companies scale and achieve success.

Founded by retail veteran Mike Robinson, Burst Management was established with a clear mission: to provide growth-stage brands the same level of care, data, and professional insight typically reserved for the largest names in retail. With over 40 years of industry experience, Robinson leads a team alongside CFO Taylor Romatoski and COO Rachel Parsons, forming a leadership group renowned for integrity, responsiveness, and long-standing retail relationships.

“Being honored by Retail Business Review is a meaningful moment for us,” said Robinson. “We launched Burst to offer natural brands a smarter, more strategic pathway to success. This recognition reflects the trust our clients place in us and the dedication our team puts into every partnership.”

Burst’s comprehensive model integrates go-to-market strategy, category analysis, personalized retail playbooks, and sales leadership, all supported by real-time tools for distributor navigation and execution. Their actionable reporting system provides data-driven solutions for category reviews, retail storytelling, and performance tracking—making them a valuable partner in both the backroom and the boardroom.

This award comes on the heels of Burst’s success in guiding multiple DTC and natural food brands into thousands of retail locations, including major natural and specialty retailers. Their team offers deep insight across the KeHE, UNFI, and DPI distribution networks while remaining agile enough to meet the unique needs of early-stage and founder-led businesses.