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The Consultant Behind Perche Holdings
The Consultant Behind Perche Holdings
In highly regulated industries, businesses do not need theoretical advice—they need actionable, compliant, and strategic execution.
I am Jacob Fleig, the founder and principal consultant of Perche Holdings LLC. With over 12 years of leadership experience in regulatory compliance, program development, and operational management, I bridge the gap between complex regulatory requirements and practical business growth.
Operating as an independent consultant allows me to offer a level of agility and integration that larger firms cannot match. When you partner with Perche Holdings, you are not handed off to a junior associate. You work directly with a seasoned professional who has directed state-level regulatory programs, managed multi-million-dollar initiatives, and guided private enterprises from concept to operation.
Core Expertise & Background
Core Expertise & Background
Agricultural Regulatory & Compliance Leadership
Agricultural Regulatory & Compliance Leadership
State & Federal Expertise: Served as the Program Manager for the Missouri Department of Agriculture's Bureau of Feed and Seed, directing regulatory programs and improving industry compliance rates through targeted education.
National Committee Involvement: Extensive tenure with the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO), serving as an Investigator and holding key committee roles, including Chair of the Technology Committee and member of the Ingredient Definition and Inspection & Sampling committees.
Grant & Funding Management: Co-wrote and managed a $3 million FDA grant for Animal Feed Regulatory Program Standards (AFRPS), ensuring strict financial oversight and program execution.
Food Safety Certifications: International HACCP Alliance Certified HACCP Trainer, supported by extensive FDA training in Medicated Feed, CGMP/PC, and Tissue Residue.
Executive Strategy & Operational Excellence
Executive Strategy & Operational Excellence
Cross-Agency Project Management: As SAFHER Implementation Manager at the Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO), I led collaboration with over 180 members across 27 states and 36 agencies, translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable software and process solutions.
Private Sector Operations: Led the development of a $12 million winery concept as Director of Operations, securing $3 million in private investment and establishing comprehensive operational and financial systems.
Continuous Improvement: Certified LEAN Green Belt (Dartmouth, Thayer School of Engineering) and PROSCI Certified Change Practitioner, equipping me to optimize your operational workflows and guide your team through organizational transitions.
Leadership Development: Recognized graduate of the inaugural class of the Missouri Leadership Academy.
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