Leadership
Entrepreneurial spirits. Engineering minds.
COMPANY LEADERS
John Palazzo
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Prior to founding Frontline International, John Palazzo spent 16 years in engineering and leadership positions at global manufacturing leaders in the defense, medical, and consumer goods sectors. From 1991-1999, he consulted for and was later hired into management at a biofuels feeder company where he was introduced to the concept of cooking oil collections. Prior to this, used cooking oil was an unwanted byproduct restaurateurs paid to have removed from their premises. John was driven to expand the infrastructure for commercial kitchens’ cooking oil to make this integral ingredient cleaner, safer, and more profitable for operators.
Prior to founding Frontline International, John Palazzo spent 16 years in engineering and leadership positions at global manufacturing leaders in the defense, medical, and consumer goods sectors. From 1991-1999, he consulted for and was later hired into management at a biofuels feeder company where he was introduced to the concept of cooking oil collections. Prior to this, used cooking oil was an unwanted byproduct restaurateurs paid to have removed from their premises. John was driven to expand the infrastructure for commercial kitchens’ cooking oil to make this integral ingredient cleaner, safer, and more profitable for operators.
Giovanni Brienza
President
Giovanni Brienza is Frontline International’s president. In his previous role as vice president, he was responsible for furthering the company mission of savings, safety, and sustainability through smarter use, storage, disposal, and management of cooking oil. Brienza continues these efforts with new responsibilities such as long-term strategic planning, overseeing ongoing product enhancements, optimization of workflow, and resource acquisition.
Giovanni Brienza is Frontline International’s president. In his previous role as vice president, he was responsible for furthering the company mission of savings, safety, and sustainability through smarter use, storage, disposal, and management of cooking oil. Brienza continues these efforts with new responsibilities such as long-term strategic planning, overseeing ongoing product enhancements, optimization of workflow, and resource acquisition.
Zack Palazzo
Vice President of Sales and Finance
Zack Palazzo is Frontline International’s vice president of sales and finance. Palazzo has been with the company since 2015 and most recently served as director of sales and finance. Prior to that, he was the director of sales. In his new role, he manages all aspects of the company’s sales operations to ensure topline growth, oversees the overall financial health of the company, and safeguards long-term sustainable growth.
Zack Palazzo is Frontline International’s vice president of sales and finance. Palazzo has been with the company since 2015 and most recently served as director of sales and finance. Prior to that, he was the director of sales. In his new role, he manages all aspects of the company’s sales operations to ensure topline growth, oversees the overall financial health of the company, and safeguards long-term sustainable growth.
Max Palazzo
Director of Manufacturing
Max Palazzo is Frontline International’s director of manufacturing. In this role, Palazzo oversees the entirety of the manufacturing process, including designing, implementing, and reviewing procedures and equipment, maximizing efficiencies, and innovating workflow. He serves as the final word on quality control.
Max Palazzo is Frontline International’s director of manufacturing. In this role, Palazzo oversees the entirety of the manufacturing process, including designing, implementing, and reviewing procedures and equipment, maximizing efficiencies, and innovating workflow. He serves as the final word on quality control.
DEPARTMENT LEADERS
Emily Humpal
Shipping Coordinator
Emily oversees Frontline International’s daily shipping operations, ensuring accurate paperwork, smooth logistics, and on-time deliveries. Her attention to detail and strong coordination skills help keep orders moving efficiently for our customers.
Emily oversees Frontline International’s daily shipping operations, ensuring accurate paperwork, smooth logistics, and on-time deliveries. Her attention to detail and strong coordination skills help keep orders moving efficiently for our customers.
Kimberly Maynard
Director of Office Operations
Kimberly oversees the daily operations that keep Frontline International running smoothly. She manages administrative functions, supports cross-departmental coordination, and ensures an efficient, organized workplace. Her leadership and attention to detail help create a productive environment for the entire team.
Kimberly oversees the daily operations that keep Frontline International running smoothly. She manages administrative functions, supports cross-departmental coordination, and ensures an efficient, organized workplace. Her leadership and attention to detail help create a productive environment for the entire team.
Trevor Stretch
Procurement Director
Trevor leads Frontline International’s procurement strategy, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring we source quality materials on time and within budget. His leadership and expertise help keep our operations running efficiently and reliably.
Trevor leads Frontline International’s procurement strategy, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring we source quality materials on time and within budget. His leadership and expertise help keep our operations running efficiently and reliably.
Roman Bartoletta
Service Provider Manager
Roman oversees Frontline International’s network of service providers, ensuring timely, reliable support for our customers nationwide. He manages coordination, performance, and communication with partners to maintain high service standards and smooth field operations.
Roman oversees Frontline International’s network of service providers, ensuring timely, reliable support for our customers nationwide. He manages coordination, performance, and communication with partners to maintain high service standards and smooth field operations.
Randi Taylor
Sales Support Specialist
Randi supports Frontline International’s sales team by managing customer inquiries, preparing quotes, and coordinating order details. Her responsiveness and organization help ensure a smooth experience for both our sales team and our customers.
Randi supports Frontline International’s sales team by managing customer inquiries, preparing quotes, and coordinating order details. Her responsiveness and organization help ensure a smooth experience for both our sales team and our customers.
Valerie Moreland
Customer Care Manager
Valerie leads Frontline International’s customer care team, overseeing support activities and ensuring every inquiry is handled promptly and professionally. Her focus on communication and problem-solving helps deliver an excellent experience for our customers.
Valerie leads Frontline International’s customer care team, overseeing support activities and ensuring every inquiry is handled promptly and professionally. Her focus on communication and problem-solving helps deliver an excellent experience for our customers.