About Source86
Source86 is a BRC-certified sourcing solutions company specializing in natural ingredients, finished products and everything it takes to get them from A to B. We source backwards, from need to solution, building tailored supply chains that turn problems into progress, and roadblocks into results.
From two brothers to a global team
Source86 began when Nuts.com alumni Aalap Patel and Eran Mizrahi joined forces to found ingredient brothers, a sourcing company specializing the import, export and distribution of natural ingredients from around the world.
But as the clients got bigger and their challenges more complex, Source86 rapidly expanded from two brothers offering straightforward commodity sourcing services to a global interdisciplinary team of over 40 sourcing, logistics and compliance experts from around the world offering a comprehensive, end-to-end sourcing solution.
By 2024, both the ingredients and the brothers were only part of the business’ story. It was time for company name that better represented the wide range of solutions the company had to offer. Enter Source86.
What sets us apart?
When you work with Source86, you’re not stuck with a single account manager as your only point of contact. Alongside your dedicated account manager, you also gain access to an entire team of experts in inventory management, sourcing, QA, and logistics who fight together to get you the best, daily.
If you’re developing an ingredient or a finished product with us, our team takes ownership of the entire process, from concept to first delivery and beyond, handling every aspect of the journey, and planning, monitoring and executing every detail until your vision is brought to life.
You’ll never experience customer service like this anywhere else. That’s our mission, and our promise.
We love an 86!
In the food industry, when something is “86”, there’s been a problem that couldn’t be solved, resulting in an “out of stock” scenario. 86es are the heart and soul of our business.
Solving them is why we get up in the morning. Our customers come to us because of an 86, both current and future, and our job is to make sure we turn that 86 into a seamless solve
Building a Global Network of Happy
Employees
Meet the team
A global supply chain needs a global team. The Source86 crew is based all over the world, including the USA, Colombia, China, Argentina, Brazil, Malaysia, South Africa, the Philippines, and India!
Eran Mizrahi
Chief Executive Officer
Eran grew up watching his father grow a successful import business that was built on integrity and customer service.
A South African transplant, Eran started his career at Deloitte. From there, he came to New York to pursue his MBA at Columbia ’14.
Eran was an early employee at Plated, where he focused on building planning and sourcing programs. The team’s collective efforts led to a $300M sale to Albertsons.
He then went on to join Nuts.com, one of the world’s largest nuts and specialty ingredient e-commerce companies. He was quickly elevated to COO and quadrupled the company’s capacity to support growth in 2020.
Fun Fact: Eran took a gap during college to attend culinary school, where he solidified his love of food.
Aalap Patel
Chief Operating Officer
A New Jersey native, Aalap moved with his parents to their hometown in India. He spent his college years working in the local textile manufacturing sector.
In 2015, he moved back to Jersey to join Carlo’s Bake Shop. He then spent time at Marley Spoon. Here he was tasked with building out a just-in-time vendor model to support their explosive growth.
In 2017, Aalap joined Eran at Nuts.com, where he worked to re-energize their highest-performing product categories and drove significant margin improvements and SKU expansion.
In 2020, Aalap took an opportunity to run operations for Simply Gum. He successfully navigated through COVID and the aftereffect, having to rapidly double capacity as they launched their products into Target and other major retail chains.
Fun Fact: Aalap has a passion for vintage British motorcycles, gardening & woodworking.
Francisco Schiariti
Sales Director
Fran has over 15 years of experience working in sales and marketing roles in Consulting and Consumer Goods Companies. He has a great passion for understanding the client’s needs and delivering the best solution. He has great analytical and business skills and believes that customer satisfaction and efficient service is the key to success. Fun fact: Fran loves playing football and running, playing with his kids, and going out with friends and family.
Emilce Arroyo
Account Manager
With over 12 years of experience in customer service and sales, Emi is obsessed with customer satisfaction and constantly strives to find the best solutions for her clients. She is a proactive, results-driven professional who is easygoing and an amazing team player with leadership skills. Throughout her career, her focus on relationship-building and problem-solving has enabled her to drive customer loyalty, retention, and growth for the companies she has worked for. Fun fact: Emi loves cooking and traveling with her son Joaquin.
Julieta Moreno
Account Manager
Julieta is an international lawyer with a deep-rooted passion for the food industry. Her commitment to this field is so profound that she holds not only a law degree but also one in food technology. Julieta has thrived in client-facing and operational roles throughout her career, placing the client at the center of every decision. Currently, Julieta serves as our Account Manager, bringing her experience from the international HR industry, where she excelled in customer experience management on a global scale. Fun fact: Juli tends to a small olive grove in the mountain region of Mendoza, Argentina. In her spare time, she crafts satirical texts, offering a humorous insight into her life as a dedicated working mom.
Victoria Albornoz
Account Manager
Victoria is a passionate food engineer with over 5 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. She has focused on production and has developed her expertise in quality and performance management, process control, and sustainability. Her inspiration is to make a positive impact on the food industry by helping create delicious and sustainable products through innovative solutions. She has also worked in people management and loves creating collaborative and dynamic work environments. Fun fact: Vicky is attending culinary school to become a chef, she loves making homemade artisanal cheeses to share with friends and family. In her free time, she loves to be at the farm around her horses.
Santiago Romero
Account Manager
Santiago has a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology with a Master’s Degree in Olive Oils and its production. He previously worked in the food world, mainly in the commercial and purchasing areas. Santiago has also developed and launched his own natural sports supplements business for over 2 years. Fun fact: Santi is an enthusiast of Neuroscience and Nutrition, and a lover of Argentinian Sundays with football, friends, and “asados”.
Sol Hernández
Account Manager
Driven by a desire to help my niece, who has celiac disease, Sol decided to study food engineering, although life led her to another field within the food industry. She spent seven years gaining valuable experience in the ingredient sector, especially dairy. Countless hours in the lab and pilot plant have seen her tackle everything from experimenting with new flavors to perfecting textures. She’s now about to complete her food engineering studies, with just a few final exams to go. Fun fact: When she’s not working, you can find Sol on the field playing football, and off the field, she enjoys pottery, creating quirky masterpieces that often resemble modern art (or maybe just a lopsided bowl).
Richard Desha
Lead Generation Specialist
Richard is a sales and business development professional with a background in marketing and a passion for helping businesses grow. He specializes in building meaningful business relationships and creating opportunities that connect companies with solutions aligned to their goals and long-term success. Fun fact: Richard once moved to a new country with just one suitcase. Today, that suitcase has been replaced by a life with his wife, their little one, and a passion for mentoring young men to grow into their best selves.
Victoria Ohanian
Account Manager
Driven by a deep passion for food and a curiosity to understand how they are made (from the macro to the micro), Vicky became a Food Engineer. She has extensive experience in the food industry, spanning product development, quality assurance, and supply chain management. She spent the past five years in Australia, sharpening her technical expertise and interpersonal skills while traveling, immersing herself in new cultures, and working in diverse environments. Her goal is to deliver practical solutions, positive energy, and a mindset of continuous growth. Fun fact: Vicky considers herself multipassionate. She is a certified yoga instructor and a nature lover. She enjoys writing and pottery as forms of therapy, and loves cooking healthy snacks and veggie dishes.
Keagan Bodrick
Key Account Manager
Keagan has been in the Food industry for the past 6 years as a qualified Food Scientist. He started his journey in the R&D and Product Development space and transitioned into Technical Sales. He lives by the mantra “Teamwork makes the Dream work”, connecting with people and developing professional relationships. Fun Fact: Keagan is a huge football fan, loves a good BBQ/Braai with friends and family (He’s the BBQ/Braai master!)
Timothy Fernando
Supply Chain Director
Tim is an accomplished supply chain and operations leader with over a decade of experience across food, retail, and e-commerce industries. He has led large cross-functional teams in both big multi-nationals and start-ups in procurement, supply chain planning, production, and logistics – driving transformative improvements in cost efficiency, service levels, and network expansion. With an MBA majoring in Finance and a background in Manufacturing Engineering & Robotics, Tim combines analytical rigor with strategic execution in steering multimillion-euro global organizations that inevitably yield results. He is also a part-time graduate school professor in his alma mater, where he continues to mentor future business leaders. In every venture he dives into, Tim strives to build with trust, act with integrity, and move with purpose. Fun Fact: When relaxing, Tim enjoys hobbies that take him into another world such as musical instruments, video games or watching cooking competitions.
Nayla Videla
Import Manager
Nayla is an international business professional with a Master’s in International Trade Management and over a decade of expertise in international logistics and the development of international markets. She has dedicated more than six years to the food industry, demonstrating a strong motivation for tackling challenges and a passion for continuous learning and improvement. Nayla thrives in dynamic environments where she can leverage her skills to build positive and enduring professional relationships. Additionally, she imparts her knowledge by teaching an International Logistics course at the University. Fun fact: Nayla loves traveling and immersing herself in new cultures, with a particular fondness for exploring their cuisines. She recently spent six months in China learning Mandarin.
Kristel Marquez
Demand and Supply Planning Specialist
Kristel is a Manufacturing Engineer and has been working for the past 8 years in the food and beverage industry. She specializes in production and supply planning for raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods and manages inventory stock levels across various distribution channels. She was able to pursue her master’s degree in management engineering while balancing her professional career at FMCG companies. Fun fact: She grew up on a farm, where she developed her love for nature and animals. She is also a part-time college professor.
Amogelang Ntjakata
Logistics Analyst
Amo grew up in sunny Johannesburg, South Africa where she discovered her passion for Biology and plants. This led her to complete some coursework in Agronomy and the Transport and logistics field. Now, Amo is starting her career at Source86, excited to bring everything to a full circle. She hopes to learn new skills while being part of the team. Fun fact: She loves to read romance novels
Juliana Dagovett
Logistics Analyst
Juli is an Industrial Engineer with a Master’s in Project Management and expertise in procurement, logistics, and supply chain optimization. Over the past four years, she has specialized in contract management, quality assurance, and data-driven decision-making. She thrives in dynamic environments, leading projects that enhance efficiency and streamline processes. Juli likes to develop business consulting solutions for technological project management, integrating innovative methodologies to drive successful outcomes. Fun fact: She loves running and participating in races to challenge myself. She is an avid reader, enjoys baking, and has a passion for technology, AI, and academic research.
Katherine Ujueta
Customer Service Specialist
From Bogotá, Kathe is a Business Administrator with great experience in Supply Chain, specially in procurement and Customer Service. She has worked in different industries, including oil and gas, aviation, banking, and food and beverage companies. Her dedication and love for learning new things have always been a part of her professional career. Fun fact: Kathe loves traveling, is passionate reader, plays the guitar, and practices sports such as soccer, running, and tennis.
Janella Umbina
Supply Chain Procurement Specialist
Janella is a Chemical Engineering graduate with experience in Indirect Procurement and Operations. She has supported teams across an FMCG company through strategic sourcing, supplier coordination, and day-to-day procurement work. Her background includes contract negotiations, workflow optimization, and spend analysis, with a track record of contributing to cost savings and stronger supplier partnerships. She strives to create and support procurement initiatives that bring practical value and measurable impact to the business. Fun fact: Her love for desserts sparked an interest in baking, and she’s now on a sourdough bread–making journey.
Dedet Barroso
Foods Safety and Quality Assurance Director
Dedet knows the value of consistent and reliable product sourcing with her almost 25 years of work experience in FSQA. Being a licensed Chemical Engineer, she deeply understands the “in and out” processes of the right product, may it be food, paper, chemicals, or tools. For continued business and profits, she values the trust of delivering gold standard products from ”Farm to Fork” with assured Food Safety and Quality conditions. She embraces the power of a persistent and ethical team. She is accepted to ”walk the talk” by the people who know her. Even being too strong-willed at times, mutual trust, faith, and respect in her circle is maintained. Fun Fact: Dedet loves ball games and savoring these with family, friends, food, and drinks surely makes her day.
Jimboy Suson
Food Safety Analyst
Jim, a Food Technologist and Registered Chemical Technician in the Philippines, has over ten years of experience working in the food industry. He specializes in Quality Control and Assurance for raw and packaging materials, including but not restricted to – inspection, sampling, testing, and releasing. As an FSQA Analyst, he ensures that the documents provided for specialty ingredients, purchase orders, and freight meet international standards for quality and food safety. Fun Fact: Jim is a cat dad of 2 and a dedicated medical ministry team leader, who loves cooking and recording his travel videos.
Mona Edelyn Ocoma
Food Safety Analyst
Mona is a Food Technologist from the Philippines with proficient knowledge of food safety procedures, quality management systems, and distillation processes through her 5-year experience as a liquor analyst. Her interest in health and nutrition has inspired her to pursue food technology. Being an FSQA Analyst, she is responsible for verifying the documents of the suppliers and ensuring that they conform with food safety regulations and client requirements. Fun Fact: She was a choir member and once recorded her own music album when she was 10 years old.
Vanessa Balagot
Food Safety Analyst
Van is an Industrial Engineer who has worked for various companies to implement continuous improvement initiatives. As the Food Safety Analyst, Vanessa ensures that identified key suppliers are 100% audited for Responsible Sourcing Standards. Fun fact: Vanessa was named a centennial baby because she was born on the 100th anniversary of the Philippines’ independence.
krizella Pascua
Food Safety Specialist
Zella has been working in the food industry for the past five years in the field of quality assurance for airline catering. She ensured that all meals served on flights conformed to strict safety and hygiene standards, with a particular focus on microbiological safety. This involved rigorous testing and analysis of food samples to prevent any potential risks or contamination. She developed a keen eye for detail and cultivated a deep understanding of the importance of maintaining high-quality standards in the airline catering industry. Fun fact: She is left-handed, a fitness enthusiast, loves spontaneous travels, and appreciates various forms of creative expression such as painting, photography, and music.
Allyza Joyce Hernandez
Food Safety Manager
Ally is a Food Engineer with experience in Research and Development, Quality Control/Quality Assurance. She handled various raw materials and also led the supplier audit, and documentation control teams. As a Food Safety Specialist, Allyza is responsible for ensuring that all suppliers of our specialty ingredients comply with international standards. Fun fact: Allyza was terrible at Chemistry in high school, so she chose a course with lots of Chemistry to challenge herself instead of Journalism.
Eunice Lachica – Figueroa
Document Management Specialist
Eunice is a graduate of Food Technology with a foundation in quality assurance and quality management systems. She has developed expertise in handling customer complaints, conducting internal audits, performing risk assessments, and ensuring regulatory compliance in alignment with GFSI (FSSC 22000) certification. In her role at Source86, she collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain essential documentation such as policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions. Her work ensures that organizational systems are built on a robust and compliant documentation framework aligned with the latest standards and regulations. Fun fact: Eunice is a Formula 1 enthusiast and enjoys experimenting with trending cooking hacks she discovers on social media.
Yar Fen Lim
Sourcing Director
Yar Fen is a dynamic Procurement Manager based in Kuala Lumpur, with a strong background in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization. Known for her sharp analytical skills and collaborative approach, she consistently drives value across procurement operations. Yar Fen thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys solving complex supply chain challenges with creativity and precision. She’s passionate about building sustainable vendor relationships and delivering results that align with business goals. Fun Fact: Yar Fen was a vampire in her past life, that’s why she hates garlic
Joshah Chua
Sourcing Manager
Josh is an Industrial Engineer working in the Food Industry, sourcing various products from around the world and establishing partnerships with suppliers. As Sourcing Manager, Joshah takes on locating and partnering with different suppliers to make their products readily available for all our customers. Fun fact: Joshah enjoys playing the cello, baking bread, and surfing in his free time.
Santhosh Kumar
Senior Sourcing Manager
Santhosh is a passionate global sourcing professional with over a decade of experience in agri commodities, specializing in grains, pulses, oilseeds, sugar, and spices. Having worked with leading trading houses and food companies across diverse markets such as India, Southeast Asia, Europe, and the Americas, he brings a deep understanding of supplier networks and international trade dynamics. He’s known for building strong supplier relationships and driving value through strategic sourcing. Santhosh approaches sourcing with the belief that “strategic challenges are catalysts for meaningful progress.” Fun Fact: He enjoys trekking, exploring new cultures, and finding inspiration through travel and nature.
Gio Franza
Sourcing Specialist
As a Chemical Engineering graduate from the University of the Philippines, Gio’s passion for supply chain stems from understanding its significance in contributing to a company’s operability and profitability. He has a background in the downstream supply chain wherein he ensures on-time and in-full delivery of orders, which results in excellent customer experience. As a Sourcing Specialist, he leverages his various experiences while simultaneously building on knowledge from best industry practices to optimize the supplier onboarding process. Fun fact: Gio loves playing video games; he plays Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail, and Mobile Legends during his free time.”
Karina Strobelt
Senior Sourcing Manager
Karina is an Argentinian Procurement & Supply Chain professional who lived in Brazil and developed a sound knowledge of supply markets across LATAM. With 20 years of experience within different FMCG markets, Pharma, and recently sustainable products, she is a “believer” in the power of relationships as strong supplier partnerships are the foundations of a resilient supply chain. As Sourcing Manager, she is focused on developing category strategies, streamlining processes, and tackling complex supply chain issues while optimizing costs. Fun fact: Karina has diverse interests like NLP, Bach flowers, and anthroposophy, and a couple of years ago she went on a 10-day Vipassana program!
Rayee Limbo
Sourcing Specialist
Rayee is a recent licensed chemical engineer however her journey into supply chain was inspired by her exposure to various chemical process industries and organizational work during her undergraduate. The challenges posed by the pandemic sparked new passions for her, particularly in cooking and gardening. She is drawn to Source86 not only because of these newfound interests and hobbies but also due to her commitment to adding value to businesses. Fun fact: She does digital embroidery and loves to explore photography.
Anthony Joseph Cabrera
Sourcing Specialist
AJ holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of the Philippines, with experience in handling end-to-end supply chain as a category manager for eggs and processed chicken at one of the top restaurant companies in the said country. Fun fact: During high school, AJ spent an unhealthy amount of time playing League of Legends.
Jacky Lu
Sourcing Manager
Jacky has years` experience in the food and health care industries, specializing in raw material procurement and sales. With a deep understanding of product selling points and buyer needs. Known for an open minded and approachable person, Jacky is always making people feel comfortable and happy to achieve the goals together. Fun fact: He enjoys to go hiking and walking with his corgi and families when in leisure time.
Milagros Torrado
Sourcing Specialist
Milagros is a Senior Buyer and Logistics & Supply Chain Lead with 13+ years of experience across procurement, global logistics, and international trade. She specializes in supply chain optimization, import/export compliance, and vendor negotiations. Mili is passionate about collaboration and sustainability, committed to building resilient, efficient, and future-ready supply chains. Fun fact: Mili loves to knit, solve puzzles, and swim. She’s also keen on reading every night with her daughter before bedtime.
Natalie Gupta
Business Excellence Director
Natalie is a transformative leader with 21 years of experience in driving large-scale Digital Transformation and Change Management across diverse, cross-cultural domains. She specializes in aligning advanced technologies with core business strategy to unlock future growth. Possessing a deep passion for automation frameworks and Artificial Intelligence (AI), Natalie assists in building scalable, resilient operations. She is recognized as a proactive problem-solver dedicated to ensuring exceptional customer experiences, ultimately turning happy clients into enthusiastic brand advocates. Fun Fact: Natalie loves shopping and travelling in her free time. She loves socializing over weekends with family and friends.
Florencia Loreti
Product Engineer
Flor has been working in the IT and Software industry for several years now both as a Project Manager and a Software Developer. With an Industrial Engineering background, she is passionate about user experience, developing high-quality products, and continuous improvement. She also spends time exploring the dynamics of effective teamwork and uncovering the strategies and techniques that empower teams to excel. Fun fact: Flor is a botanical and Ashtanga yoga lover. She enjoys meeting new places and taking long walks.
Javier Sortheix
Senior Product Manager
Javi has been in agriculture for the last 10 years, implementing and developing software solutions for management control and economic results. He has studied Business Management and specialized as an IT Product Owner. His experience brings him to be responsible for our internal software and process control across different areas. Fun fact: Javi loves horses and enjoys mountain trails. He’s also a sports fan and practices Football (soccer) and Rugby.
Josefina Polito Grane
Head of People
Jose has more than 15 years of corporate experience working in the People area. She is highly motivated by challenges and the possibility of creating meaningful working experiences. She is passionate about personal and career development. Jose is also a coach, and yoga and meditation instructor. Fun fact: She has a small aromatherapy and artisanal soap business and she enjoys dancing with her 2-year-old boy.
Rocío Llana
Learning & Development Analyst
Rocío holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Literature and Education. She has experience in consulting companies, where she served as an instructional designer, trainer, and experience consultant. Additionally, she is a psychological counselor and is committed to living by the values in which she was trained: empathy, congruence, and acceptance. With a focus on communication and user experience, she considers herself a constant learner in various fields, including writing, teaching, and UX/UI and graphic design. Fun fact: Ro enjoys acting and takes theatre classes on weekends.
Amber Theunissen
People Specialist
Amber holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial Psychology and an Honours Degree in Human Resource Management. She has extensive experience across education, government, and retail sectors, where she has served in diverse HR roles. Her expertise spans recruitment, employee relations, talent development, and change management, with a strong focus on aligning people strategies with organizational goals. Amber is passionate about cultivating positive workplace cultures through empathy, transparency, and collaboration and thrives in dynamic environments that encourage innovation and continuous learning, such as Source86. She describes herself as people-centered and purpose-driven, and friendly, always striving to make meaningful connections and contributions that empower both individuals and teams. Fun fact: Amber enjoys exploring creative outlets through art and design, plays chess, loves organizing celebratory events, and spent her formative years as a field hockey goalie.
Agustina Branz
Senior Marketing Manager
Agus is a curious person who seeks to learn and add value to each project in which she’s involved. Since earning her Business Economics degree, Agus has been working on business development in different industries (finance, fashion, agro, metal cards, and now ingredients!) in Argentina, the UK, and the US. She believes in the power of virtuous ecosystems and collaboration. As Senior Marketing Manager, Agus oversees the content and communication strategy across all channels, while tracking KPIs for performance optimization. Fun fact: she loves sailing, running, skiing, and singing!
Lucille Raterta
Marketing Specialist
With a Cum Laude degree in biology and experience as a research assistant, Lucille combines her analytical and detail-oriented background with expertise in talent acquisition and HR as a former Team Lead. Lucille’s diverse experiences allow her to provide a fresh perspective on her role as a marketing specialist at Source86. Fun fact: Lucille loves the ocean and is a certified scuba diver and free diver. She also has a tattoo on her arm of Aman Sinaya, the Philippine goddess of the sea.
Julia Prieto
Marketing Specialist
Juli is a creative and curious professional who is passionate about learning and making an impact through her work. While earning her Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, she gained hands-on experience in social media and continued to develop her skills after graduating. She then moved to New York, where she lived for two years. Fun fact: she loves reading, concerts, and traveling the world!
Mia Tedín
Marketing Specialist
Mia is a creative and curious communicator who brings fresh ideas to her work. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication and has gained hands-on experience in marketing, content strategy, and digital projects. She approaches each challenge with an open mind and a collaborative spirit.
Fun fact: Mia took jewelry-making classes and enjoys crafting unique pieces. She also loves yoga, spending time at the beach, and being with friends.
