Our Mission

Ripple’s mission is to bring fast, safe, and consistent thawing into everyday kitchens.
Frozen food should never slow down cooking, compromise safety, or waste water — and Ripple exists to fix that.

We aim to give home cooks a simple, reliable solution that makes thawing effortless, reduces stress at mealtime, and fits naturally into modern life. From first apartments to first homes, Ripple is designed to make safe cooking easier for everyone.

What We Believe

Every kitchen should have a way to thaw food quickly without relying on microwaving, warm water, or hours of waiting in the refrigerator. Ripple is built on three principles:

  • Safety first: keep food out of unsafe temperature zones

  • Efficiency: reduce thaw times without sacrificing quality

  • Simplicity: make the process hands-off and stress-free

Ripple is designed to fit seamlessly into modern kitchens and daily cooking routines.

Meet The Team

  • Jack Goldman is a senior at Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management pursuing a degree in Business Analytics. He specializes in translating data into strategic solutions that guide company-wide decisions. As CEO, he oversees Ripple’s vision, strategic direction, key partnerships, and cross-department coordination spanning product development, marketing, and logistics.

  • Aanya Kumar is pursuing a dual major in Finance and Business Analytics at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management. She has strong expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and data-driven decision-making. As CFO, she manages Ripple’s budgeting, cost structure, financial planning, forecasting, and capital strategy.

  • Satchel Baumgartner is an Accounting major at Syracuse University and is pursuing CPA licensure. He has experience working at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) as an Audit Assurance Associate, where he developed expertise in financial controls and reporting accuracy. As CAO, he maintains Ripple’s accounting integrity, oversees financial statements, and manages compliance across all accounting activities.

  • Kendall Johnson is a dual major in Marketing Management (Whitman School of Management) and Public Relations (Newhouse School of Public Communications). She brings hands-on experience in brand management, marketing campaigns, and audience engagement. As CMO, she leads Ripple’s marketing strategy, advertising initiatives, brand development, and content-driven customer outreach.

  • Jackson Baker is a dual major in Supply Chain Management and Marketing at Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management. He previously served as an Inventory Intern at Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories, where he gained operational experience in supply chain optimization, demand planning, and inventory management. As COO, he oversees Ripple’s day-to-day operations, manages supplier and manufacturing coordination, and leads the company’s logistics and fulfillment processes.