Melanie Stack
President & CEO
Melanie Stack’s professional story is one of brand building and leading great teams to achieve their full potential. She is a seasoned business leader who has run a number of international and US-based businesses across various Retail and Consumer Goods sectors and most importantly in weight management.
She is a passionate advocate of leadership development & coaching and has mentored women in international businesses as well as supporting a number of start-up social enterprises. She has also worked with Young Enterprise in schools and the Working Options charity helping people to make effective career choices.
Her goal as she leads Ideal Protein is to continue to put forward the power and efficacy of the Ideal Protein Protocol and seize every opportunity for growth as healthcare providers and payors gain greater recognition of the impact and cost of obesity to our society.
President & CEO
Melanie Stack’s professional story is one of brand building and leading great teams to achieve their full potential. She is a seasoned business leader who has run a number of international and US-based businesses across various Retail and Consumer Goods sectors and most importantly in weight management.
She is a passionate advocate of leadership development & coaching and has mentored women in international businesses as well as supporting a number of start-up social enterprises. She has also worked with Young Enterprise in schools and the Working Options charity helping people to make effective career choices.
Her goal as she leads Ideal Protein is to continue to put forward the power and efficacy of the Ideal Protein Protocol and seize every opportunity for growth as healthcare providers and payors gain greater recognition of the impact and cost of obesity to our society.
Dr. Chanh Tran Tien
Co-Founder and Ideal Protein Board Member
Dr. Tran Tien Chanh is a co-founder of the Ideal Protein Protocol. He started his career as a general practitioner and sports physician, but quickly became interested in nutrition and obesity-related issues. Having concluded that weight loss was essential for treating illnesses such as hypertension and dyslipidemia, Dr. Tran was a driving force in the development of the Ideal Protein Protocol.
An award-winning graduate of the Faculty of Medicine in Paris, Dr. Tran has published several books on diet and weight loss, lectures on weight loss across North America, and is a member of Ideal Protein’s Executive Medical Advisory Board.
Co-Founder and Ideal Protein Board Member
Dr. Tran Tien Chanh is a co-founder of the Ideal Protein Protocol. He started his career as a general practitioner and sports physician, but quickly became interested in nutrition and obesity-related issues. Having concluded that weight loss was essential for treating illnesses such as hypertension and dyslipidemia, Dr. Tran was a driving force in the development of the Ideal Protein Protocol.
An award-winning graduate of the Faculty of Medicine in Paris, Dr. Tran has published several books on diet and weight loss, lectures on weight loss across North America, and is a member of Ideal Protein’s Executive Medical Advisory Board.
Michael Ciell
Scientific Advisory Board Member
Mr. Ciell is a 1989 Honors graduate from the University of Florida's College of Pharmacy, a registered pharmacist, and is also certified in geriatric pharmacy. He served as a community pharmacist for eleven years during which time he developed a keen interest in the pathophysiology of chronic diseases. In 2000 he became chief pharmacist for "ECKERD-ON-CALL" one of the largest 1-800 free drug information services in the country and supervised 4 pharmacists and 26 pharmacy technicians.
In 2006, Mr. Ciell joined a start-up team and helped launch "Ideal Protein of America", a division of Les Laboratoires C.O.P., Inc. of Quebec, Canada. The company is dedicated to better health through nutrition and specifically addresses issues related to "Metabolic Syndrome". Mr. Ciell is an Executive Medical Board Member for Ideal Protein and currently holds the position of Senior Science Advisor.
Scientific Advisory Board Member
Mr. Ciell is a 1989 Honors graduate from the University of Florida's College of Pharmacy, a registered pharmacist, and is also certified in geriatric pharmacy. He served as a community pharmacist for eleven years during which time he developed a keen interest in the pathophysiology of chronic diseases. In 2000 he became chief pharmacist for "ECKERD-ON-CALL" one of the largest 1-800 free drug information services in the country and supervised 4 pharmacists and 26 pharmacy technicians.
In 2006, Mr. Ciell joined a start-up team and helped launch "Ideal Protein of America", a division of Les Laboratoires C.O.P., Inc. of Quebec, Canada. The company is dedicated to better health through nutrition and specifically addresses issues related to "Metabolic Syndrome". Mr. Ciell is an Executive Medical Board Member for Ideal Protein and currently holds the position of Senior Science Advisor.
Franklin Douglis, M.D.
Chief Medical Advisor and Executive Medical Board Member | Obesity and Sleep Medicine Specialist
Dr. Frank Douglis is an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)-surgeon and is currently board-certified in Otolaryngology, Sleep Medicine, and Obesity Medicine. He attended Brown University and the University of Maryland Medical School. He completed his Residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Maryland.
Dr. Douglis has always been interested in health. Recognizing the importance of healthy sleep, he earned board certification in that specialty. After losing 42 pounds on the Ideal Protein Protocol, he studied Obesity Medicine and earned this board certification as well. He has used Ideal Protein to promote health and longevity in his practice since 2008.
His statistical analysis of body composition data for patients on the Ideal Protein Protocol demonstrated significant fat loss with preservation of lean body mass, and he has taught “the science behind the Protocol” at Ideal Protein events for years.
Chief Medical Advisor and Executive Medical Board Member | Obesity and Sleep Medicine Specialist
Dr. Frank Douglis is an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)-surgeon and is currently board-certified in Otolaryngology, Sleep Medicine, and Obesity Medicine. He attended Brown University and the University of Maryland Medical School. He completed his Residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Maryland.
Dr. Douglis has always been interested in health. Recognizing the importance of healthy sleep, he earned board certification in that specialty. After losing 42 pounds on the Ideal Protein Protocol, he studied Obesity Medicine and earned this board certification as well. He has used Ideal Protein to promote health and longevity in his practice since 2008.
His statistical analysis of body composition data for patients on the Ideal Protein Protocol demonstrated significant fat loss with preservation of lean body mass, and he has taught “the science behind the Protocol” at Ideal Protein events for years.
Cheryl Callan
Chief Strategy Officer
Cheryl is a transformational leader with a relentless focus on delivering results. She has over 30 years of experience and in health, wellness, retail, fashion, consumer & pharmaceutical products.
Most recently, Cheryl served as Chief Marketing Officer for two major retailers in the apparel and home décor arena. Notably, she was head of Marketing for Weight Watchers North America for 8 years, where she oversaw the digital transformation of the business and completely reinvented the brand to drive relevance, acquisition and retention.
She is currently Ideal Protein’s Chief Customer Officer (CCO) and loving every minute of it.
Cheryl lives in NYC with her 13-year-old daughter.
Chief Strategy Officer
Cheryl is a transformational leader with a relentless focus on delivering results. She has over 30 years of experience and in health, wellness, retail, fashion, consumer & pharmaceutical products.
Most recently, Cheryl served as Chief Marketing Officer for two major retailers in the apparel and home décor arena. Notably, she was head of Marketing for Weight Watchers North America for 8 years, where she oversaw the digital transformation of the business and completely reinvented the brand to drive relevance, acquisition and retention.
She is currently Ideal Protein’s Chief Customer Officer (CCO) and loving every minute of it.
Cheryl lives in NYC with her 13-year-old daughter.
Julie Peller
Chief Operating Officer
Julie is the Chief Operating Officer for Ideal Protein and manages Operations, Supply Chain and Technology. Julie joined IP in the beginning of 2019 to develop training and work on other projects to improve the Ideal Protein customer experience.
Before joining the IP team, she led sales and operations teams at two other NYC-based companies, FreshDirect and Dia&Co. And before working at FreshDirect, Julie held several different positions within the field management organization at Weight Watchers. Over her 10 years with the company, she ran retail operations for their more than 3000 locations, developed and delivered training for ~200 field managers and designed and implemented tools and processes for more than 20K front-line service providers.
She lives in Manhattan with her husband Brian and two daughters, Josie and Lila. She has a keen interest in retail, weight loss, consumer and hospitality businesses and loves to read and travel.
Chief Operating Officer
Julie is the Chief Operating Officer for Ideal Protein and manages Operations, Supply Chain and Technology. Julie joined IP in the beginning of 2019 to develop training and work on other projects to improve the Ideal Protein customer experience.
Before joining the IP team, she led sales and operations teams at two other NYC-based companies, FreshDirect and Dia&Co. And before working at FreshDirect, Julie held several different positions within the field management organization at Weight Watchers. Over her 10 years with the company, she ran retail operations for their more than 3000 locations, developed and delivered training for ~200 field managers and designed and implemented tools and processes for more than 20K front-line service providers.
She lives in Manhattan with her husband Brian and two daughters, Josie and Lila. She has a keen interest in retail, weight loss, consumer and hospitality businesses and loves to read and travel.
Maureen Pay
presenter
Once described by a client as a, “five-foot force of nature,” Maureen sees herself as a rebel with a cause, an agitator, and a business collaborator. Her passion is to help businesses reach high and get what they want, while navigating with their moral compass.
With over 20 years as a founding Director, and more than 25 years in the industry, she has a proven track record in leadership development and helping companies to deliver real change.
Her goal is to shake up thinking and ensure that the outcome of that change is a robust system of values and mutual respect.
presenter
Once described by a client as a, “five-foot force of nature,” Maureen sees herself as a rebel with a cause, an agitator, and a business collaborator. Her passion is to help businesses reach high and get what they want, while navigating with their moral compass.
With over 20 years as a founding Director, and more than 25 years in the industry, she has a proven track record in leadership development and helping companies to deliver real change.
Her goal is to shake up thinking and ensure that the outcome of that change is a robust system of values and mutual respect.
Dennis Barley
VP of Healthcare Strategy
An experienced and passionate healthcare leader of business development consultants focused on helping physicians, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals have a meaningful impact on the global epidemic of obesity. Dennis is an experienced Development Consultant with a leading weight management protocol that provides repeatable, predictable and measurable health outcomes.
VP of Healthcare Strategy
An experienced and passionate healthcare leader of business development consultants focused on helping physicians, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals have a meaningful impact on the global epidemic of obesity. Dennis is an experienced Development Consultant with a leading weight management protocol that provides repeatable, predictable and measurable health outcomes.
Deb Buchanan
Vice President, US South
Deb Buchanan has been with Ideal Protein since 2009. She has successfully supported 100+ clinics as an RDC and now as a Vice President South where she helps support RDCs and clinics.
Deb has been a business leader in the medical industry for 20+ years. She is a Dale Carnegie-trained coach. She is a passionate speaker and dedicated to Ideal Protein’s mission of making an impact on the obesity epidemic through education and inspiration.
Vice President, US South
Deb Buchanan has been with Ideal Protein since 2009. She has successfully supported 100+ clinics as an RDC and now as a Vice President South where she helps support RDCs and clinics.
Deb has been a business leader in the medical industry for 20+ years. She is a Dale Carnegie-trained coach. She is a passionate speaker and dedicated to Ideal Protein’s mission of making an impact on the obesity epidemic through education and inspiration.
Andrew Leikvoll
VP | US Account Management
Andrew has been with Ideal Protein since 2010 and currently serves as Vice President North where he is privileged to lead a diverse and talented field team - all committed to impacting the obesity epidemic through inspiration, motivation, and education.
Andrew has worked alongside a number of our largest health system partners, including Aspirus & Prevea Health, who are also represented on our Medical Advisory Board.
Most rewarding to Andrew is serving others, whether it be our employees or clinic partners, and enabling their success by helping effect positive change & improved patient outcomes in our clinics and communities.
Andrew, his wife Jasmine, and two young children reside in Willmar, MN where he can be found starting most days at Starbucks with a venti royal english breakfast tea.
VP | US Account Management
Andrew has been with Ideal Protein since 2010 and currently serves as Vice President North where he is privileged to lead a diverse and talented field team - all committed to impacting the obesity epidemic through inspiration, motivation, and education.
Andrew has worked alongside a number of our largest health system partners, including Aspirus & Prevea Health, who are also represented on our Medical Advisory Board.
Most rewarding to Andrew is serving others, whether it be our employees or clinic partners, and enabling their success by helping effect positive change & improved patient outcomes in our clinics and communities.
Andrew, his wife Jasmine, and two young children reside in Willmar, MN where he can be found starting most days at Starbucks with a venti royal english breakfast tea.
Shawn McManus
Director of Clinic Success
As a Regional Vice President, Shawn oversees the Western Region of the US and is celebrating his tenth year with Ideal Protein. Shawn has a passion for educating and presenting consistent material that delivers quantifiable results with simple implementation. He is best known for delivering nationally recognized programs like the Provider Communication Workbook (PCW), Self-Assessment BMI patient boards, Collaborative Wellness physician referral program and the architect behind the ideal Protein Coaches Manual.
Director of Clinic Success
As a Regional Vice President, Shawn oversees the Western Region of the US and is celebrating his tenth year with Ideal Protein. Shawn has a passion for educating and presenting consistent material that delivers quantifiable results with simple implementation. He is best known for delivering nationally recognized programs like the Provider Communication Workbook (PCW), Self-Assessment BMI patient boards, Collaborative Wellness physician referral program and the architect behind the ideal Protein Coaches Manual.
Dolores Zumbado
VP of National Business Development
Known for her leadership and passion, Dr. Dolores Zumbado has been involved with Ideal Protein since 2009. During her tenure, she has held many positions and is currently embarking on the role of VP of National Business Development.
She holds an undergraduate degree in Nutrition, is a Doctor of Chiropractic, and has owned multiple successful businesses for over 30 years.
VP of National Business Development
Known for her leadership and passion, Dr. Dolores Zumbado has been involved with Ideal Protein since 2009. During her tenure, she has held many positions and is currently embarking on the role of VP of National Business Development.
She holds an undergraduate degree in Nutrition, is a Doctor of Chiropractic, and has owned multiple successful businesses for over 30 years.
James Asher
National Business Advisor
James Asher joined Ideal Protein 8 years ago as a Senior National Development Consultant, after 19 years in the Pharmacy industry.
He uses his extensive knowledge to contribute to the success of numerous clinics and consultants across North America!
National Business Advisor
James Asher joined Ideal Protein 8 years ago as a Senior National Development Consultant, after 19 years in the Pharmacy industry.
He uses his extensive knowledge to contribute to the success of numerous clinics and consultants across North America!
Isabelle Carriere
National Business Advisor
Isabelle Carrière has been with the company for the past 12 years and was the first National Business Advisor overseeing the Quebec province, where Ideal Protein first established. With more than 30 years of experience in business entrepreneurship and coaching, Isabelle is dedicated to have each individual flourish and succeed through their business. Graduated in Neuroscience she goes in life with the following quote: "The solution is in the person in front of me, I’m only their reflection."
Her family, kids and grand-kids is what is most important; through them she finds her true authenticity and creativity.
National Business Advisor
Isabelle Carrière has been with the company for the past 12 years and was the first National Business Advisor overseeing the Quebec province, where Ideal Protein first established. With more than 30 years of experience in business entrepreneurship and coaching, Isabelle is dedicated to have each individual flourish and succeed through their business. Graduated in Neuroscience she goes in life with the following quote: "The solution is in the person in front of me, I’m only their reflection."
Her family, kids and grand-kids is what is most important; through them she finds her true authenticity and creativity.
Carol Schmick
Regional Vice President
It’s been 12 years since Carol Schmick came on-board with Ideal Protein. She currently is National Advisor for Western Canada and leads a Team of dedicated Regional Development Consultants who, with Carol, have built a strong three-province, two-territory region.
Carol is driven by the opportunities she has every day to make positive differences in others’ lives, especially through education and Team building. It continues to be her privilege to be of service working with the deeply committed members of her Ideal Protein Team, the many Centers throughout the Western region and Ideal Protein’s Home Office.
Regional Vice President
It’s been 12 years since Carol Schmick came on-board with Ideal Protein. She currently is National Advisor for Western Canada and leads a Team of dedicated Regional Development Consultants who, with Carol, have built a strong three-province, two-territory region.
Carol is driven by the opportunities she has every day to make positive differences in others’ lives, especially through education and Team building. It continues to be her privilege to be of service working with the deeply committed members of her Ideal Protein Team, the many Centers throughout the Western region and Ideal Protein’s Home Office.
