Brand Overview#
PEScience is a science-backed sports nutrition brand founded in 2009, headquartered in Largo, Florida. The company pioneered the whey + casein protein blend category with its flagship Select Protein product. Known for rigorous quality standards and NSF-certified manufacturing, PEScience emphasizes research-driven formulation over celebrity marketing. The company is backed by Kirtland Capital Partners and operates across the US and internationally.
History#
- 2009: PEScience founded by athletes seeking better supplements
- 2010: Implemented third-party testing from company foundation
- 2012: Developed Amino IV (BCAAs + EAAs combined)
- 2013: Created Select Protein (whey + casein blend)
- 2019: Industry begins adopting BCAA + EAA concept PEScience pioneered
- 2024-12: Distribution partnership with Great Bay Distributors (Tampa Bay)
- Present: 15+ years of operation, 21 employees
Corporate Structure#
- Legal Entity: PEScience
- Type: Private company (PE-backed)
- Headquarters: 3665 East Bay Drive, Suite 155, #204, Largo, FL
- Employees: 21 (11-50 range)
- Investors: Kirtland Capital Partners, Oxer Capital
Key Personnel#
- Wes Poole
- Sherri Falzo
- Scott May
- Bryant Rowe
- Corrie Menary (Primary Contact)
Founding Story#
PEScience was founded by athletes who recognized the need for higher-quality supplements in the market. Frustrated with products filled with ineffective ingredients, they created a brand focused on trusted science that solved real problems athletes face during intense training.
Product Portfolio#
Core Categories#
| Category | Key Products |
|---|---|
| Protein | Select Protein (12 flavors), Select Vegan (5), ISOLATE (2) |
| Pre-Workout | Prolific (6 flavors), High Volume Stim-Free (5) |
| Amino Acids | Amino IV BCAAs + EAAs (5 flavors) |
| Energy | Versa Energy Drink (6 flavors) |
| Hydration | Versalyte Electrolytes (6 flavors) |
| Health | Complete-GI, Greens & Superfoods, Haze Sleep |
| Food | Protein Pancake & Waffle Mix (3 flavors) |
| RTD | Select Protein Shake (2 flavors) |
Flagship Product: Select Protein#
Innovation: Pioneered the whey + casein blend category
- Milk protein isolate as #1 ingredient
- 80% casein / 20% whey ratio (natural milk ratio)
- 90%+ protein by weight
- <0.5g lactose per serving (lactose-friendly)
- Low-carb, gluten-free
Science: Research shows whey + casein blend is superior to 100% whey for muscle protein synthesis.
Other Innovations#
| Product | Innovation |
|---|---|
| Amino IV (2012) | First to combine BCAAs + EAAs |
| Versa Energy | 125mg caffeine RTD |
| High Volume | Stim-free pre-workout |
Quality Standards#
Certifications & Testing#
- NSF Certified Facilities: All powders and capsules
- 21 CFR Part 111: Full federal regulatory compliance
- Third-Party Testing: Since company foundation (2010)
Quality Team#
- 20+ years combined experience
- Pharmaceutical, food, and supplement manufacturing expertise
- Regular third-party audits
Testing Protocols#
| Test Type | Parameters |
|---|---|
| Raw Materials | Purity, potency, contaminants |
| Heavy Metals | Lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic |
| Microbial | Yeast, mold, staph, E. coli, salmonella |
| Agricultural | Pesticides, herbicides |
| Protein | PDCAA bioavailability |
| Finished Product | Sensory evaluation |
Lab Partners#
- Colmaric Analyticals
- Eurofins Scientific
- Others (COA available for each product)
Business Model#
Distribution Channels#
- DTC: pescience.com
- Amazon: Official storefront
- Retailers: Network of US distributors
- International: Canada (pescience.ca), other markets
Investment Strategy#
Kirtland Capital investment supports:
- Brand growth and expansion
- Product line development
- Strategic acquisitions for brand portfolio
Philosophy#
- R&D investment over mass marketing
- Quality ingredients over celebrity endorsements
- Research-driven formulation
Retail Presence#
| Channel | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Official Website | ✅ Active | pescience.com |
| Amazon | ✅ Active | Major channel |
| Specialty Retailers | ✅ Active | US distributor network |
| Canada | ✅ Active | pescience.ca |
| Tampa Bay Region | ✅ Expanding | Great Bay Distributors (2024) |
Investigation Notes#
- UPC Prefix: 040232 (confirmed)
- Business Model: DTC + Amazon + retail distribution
- Ownership: PE-backed (Kirtland Capital, Oxer Capital)
- Key Differentiator: Whey + casein blend pioneer, NSF certified
- Founded By: Athletes (specific names not publicly disclosed)
Status Determination#
| Criterion | Finding |
|---|---|
| Official Website | ✅ Active (pescience.com) |
| E-commerce | ✅ Amazon + DTC |
| PE Investment | ✅ Kirtland Capital Partners |
| Certifications | ✅ NSF certified facilities |
| Recent Activity | ✅ Tampa Bay expansion (Dec 2024) |
Status: active (High Confidence)
Relationships
From this profile →
- → Invested by: Kirtland Capital Partners (external)
- → Invested by: Oxer Capital (external)