Our consulting approach
Strategic Partners Rooted in Specialty Food Excellence
At Terroir Strategic Partners, we provide CEO and Board-level strategic consulting services that enable specialty food businesses ($1M-$50M+) to achieve breakthrough growth and long-term profitability.
We partner with business owners, CEOs, and leadership teams to accelerate growth, develop compelling brand strategies, optimize operations, strategically plan exits, and navigate market challenges with confidence – ensuring sustainable success for the long term.
Our specialized expertise lies in premium food manufacturing, with deep connections across retail, food service, club channels, and their distribution networks.
Services
Business Transformation & Turnaround Strategy
Transform underperforming operations into profitable enterprises through comprehensive financial restructuring, operational optimization, and strategic repositioning
Leadership Development & Culture Transformation
Build high-performing leadership teams through emotional intelligence development and instill a culture of growth mindset that transforms organizational dynamics, improves morale, and drives sustained growth and employee engagement
Brand Development & Market Expansion
Build compelling brand strategies and expand market presence through strategic channel development and key account management
Operational Excellence & Quality Systems
Implement world-class manufacturing processes, quality management systems, and regulatory compliance frameworks that drive efficiency and product excellence
Financial Performance Optimization
Maximize P&L performance through strategic cost management, revenue optimization, and capital allocation strategies
M&A Strategy & Cross-Cultural Integration
Navigate complex acquisitions and strategic exits with expert bi-cultural guidance. Leverage deep experience with French and American business practices to ensure seamless integration while preserving company culture and values
Reviews
“I have known Laure since she entered the world of specialty cheese as the CEO of Laura Chenel & Marin French Cheese. As one of her colleagues in this small world, I was very impressed with what she was able to achieve there. It has been a natural move for us to connect with her in 2025 to partner with us as our company, Belle Chevre Inc. and especially our Chevoo Goat Cheese brand was expending. She is today an important “team member” as a consultant to nourish our business development strategy where we can use her strategic, financial and commercial knowledge and experience. She is also a person with strong work ethic and personal values that fit ours.” — Pierre Guérin, President & Co-owner, Belle Chevre / Chevoo, ACS Board Member
“I have had the privilege of knowing and working with Laure for over 20 years throughout my career. She brings an incredible combination of passion, drive, compassion, and curiosity to everything she does.
Over the years, I’ve collaborated with Laure on numerous projects and have always admired her solutions-based approach—for her, nothing is impossible. She approaches challenges with creativity and discipline, always finding practical and creative ways to deliver exceptional results.
Laure brings deep, cross-functional expertise across multiple areas of business, including negotiations, accounting, sales, marketing, compliance, and human resources. Recently, I hired her to help improve the operations of my own company in several key areas, including:
Streamlining our customer onboarding process
Transitioning from a sole proprietorship to an S corporation
Establishing a board of directors
She successfully completed all these initiatives on time and under budget, while maintaining excellent communication with every stakeholder involved. Her persistence, tenacity, and attention to detail ensured that every task was completed with precision and care.
Words cannot fully express how impressive Laure is. She is an asset to any organization or team lucky enough to work with her.” — Michael Chiodo, President, Chiodo Consulting Inc.
“Laure is an extraordinary woman with a rare gift for combining business vision and human connection. Working with her was a breath of fresh air — she immediately captured the essence of my brand and helped me elevate BOCOBITES with clarity and confidence. Her elegance, intuition, and strategic mind make her not only a brilliant advisor but also an inspiring ally. I’m truly grateful for her support and highly recommend her to any entrepreneur seeking both growth and meaning in their journey. Merci!” — Fleur Anderson, Owner Bocobites, My French Cuisine, Café Mademoiselle, Executive Chef at My French cuisine
“I have know Laure professionally for quite some years now and her career is nothing short of impressive.
Not surprising when considering her drive, smarts and work ethic.
When it comes to stategical thinking, professional planning and successful implementation, Laure can be trusted to bring you the results that will give you the edge for your next move.
Her vast experience and unmatched talent made of her a unique asset that you want on your team.
She will work tirelessly and relentlessly to deliver on her promises.
She did it for us and I am confident she will do it for you too.” — Michel Chalon, CEO, Euro Snack, Inc. / Le Waf, The Artisan Waffle
