OUR FOUNDER

Trent Moffat

Owner at GothamDSD, LLC

Why Gotham?

Trent Moffat, the owner of GothamDSD, started the business as a traditional broker but quickly realized that “feet on the street” were needed to ensure brands had the best chance for success. With this hands-on approach, representing fewer companies and an amazing team with a proven ability to execute for the brands they represent, Gotham soon became the best independent sales team in NYC.

About the Founder

Trent is a veteran in the CPG world, beginning his career with the largest US Heineken distributor in the country. After completing his MBA, he was recruited by Nestle Waters to manage operations, corporate planning and growth for their Home and Office division based in Metro NY. In his last position with Nestle Waters as National Sales Manager, Trent brought in new business including JP Morgan Chase, and he successfully negotiated million-dollar contracts with both the MTA and several other government agencies.

Seeking more entrepreneurial challenges Trent discovered his first startup, a small juice company for kids, Waddajuice, co-founded by one of the founders of Snapple. At Waddajuice he learned all aspects, from manufacturing to launching a new item and quickly learned what it would take to be successful. Trent was also responsible for sales with other startups including New Leaf Tea, helping increase sales in 2 years until its sale to Baywood International, a publicly traded Company.

He subsequently founded Gotham Brand Managers in 2010 and has since introduced and grown brands for both new founders as well as fortune 500 companies in NY Metro.

Read What Our Customers Have To Say

Don’t just take our word for it, read what our customers have to say about the Gotham Team and how we perform.

Ian Wishingrad - Co-Founder/CEO Three Wishes Cereal

Ian Wishingrad - Co-Founder & CEO
Three Wishes Cereal

“Trent and his team were an instant hit of adrenaline and validation. The minute we signed with Gotham. We had an immediate presence in the New York tri-state area, their impact to this market is unmatched, and I would always keep them in the fold.”

GARY FISCHBEIN – SUNTORY INTERNATIONAL CORP.

GARY FISCHBEIN, PRESIDENT & CEO – SUNTORY INTERNATIONAL CORP.

“As we prepared to introduce Suntory’s Boss Coffee with the NYC independents, Trent and the Gotham team were the perfect choice for a local partner......"

ALEX BAYER- CEO/Founder Genius Juice LLC

ALEX BAYER - CEO/Founder
Genius Juice LLC

“Gotham did a great job and we needed a major clean up in the stores. Compared to other merchandising companies you guys are the best BY FAR and would love to work together again on other projects.”

JACOB DELEON - CEO/Founder Fila Manila

Jacob Deleon - Founder
Fila Manila

"Gotham did an amazing job with supporting our Mid-Atlantic launch in stores. The team was professional, showed great communication, and was fast on the follow-ups. Look forward to partnering with them again!"

BLODIN UKELLA - CEO/Founder The Ryl Co LLC

Blodin Ukella - Founder & CEO
The Ryl Company LLC

“Trent and his team are best in class partners for any new brand / founder who’s looking to kickstart their brand in NY. Not only do they treat your brand like their own, but they help guide you through a lot of the early challenges that you face with a new brand. I’d recommend Trent to anyone looking for a partner to give them a taste of what NY CPG has to offer.”

GEORGE SHROPSHIRE – Love Beets USA - copy

GEORGE SHROPSHIRE – Love Beets USA

“Gotham Brands have been an important building block to our success within the Northeast corridor, particularly within metropolitan New York...."

Fernando Rodriguez, Founder and CEO owner Arteasan

"Experience, Connections, Logistics… Gotham Brands can deliver all of this and much more. In this brutal business, in the most… "

Team LaCroix

"Gotham Brands continues the representation that LaCroix demands in New York through displays, innovative shelf marketing, merchandising, and outstanding service and attention…"

Barry J. Nathanson Publisher – BevNET Magazine

"If integrity, smarts, market knowledge and relationship building are still valued, then Trent Moffat and the Gotham Brand Manager team..."

Tyler Gage, Co-Founder & Co-CEO RUNA

"Trent and his team did a fantastic job kicking our brand off in NYC, building key relationships, and executing in..."

Jason I Cohen - Halen Brands Inc.

"Gotham has been a big help supporting Halen’s new brands, Owyn, From The Ground Up and Joyfuls.  From launching our first case with their sales team in NYC to Merchandising in key chains on the east coast they are a great resource.  I would recommend to anyone who wants to insure immediate success in this the toughest market in the world"

ULIV Java Martha Stewart

"Working with Gotham Brand Managers has been a rewarding experience for us."