Shultz Hartgrove

Shultz Hartgrove, President
Tres Picosos, Inc.

Shultz Augustus Hartgrove III, President

Shultz A. Hartgrove III is the President of Tres Picosos, leading the Company’s mission to revolutionize Mexican food options in the retail sector. Established in Denver, the Company offers a diverse range of Mexican cuisine, from packaged burritos to fully cooked proteins, sides, and salsas.

Under Shultz’s leadership, Tres Picosos has grown significantly, serving over more than 5000 convenience, grocery, and foodservice retailers across 49 states. His strategic vision and operational expertise have propelled the Company to the forefront of the industry, catering to the evolving tastes of consumers nationwide.

With extensive experience in retail and non-traditional channels, Shultz has achieved record sales and operational efficiency in previous roles. He served as Senior Vice President of Channel Development at Einstein Noah Restaurant, where he revolutionized the non-traditional platform, achieving significant sales milestones.

Shultz’s career also includes senior leadership roles at Quiznos Sub and Nature’s Bounty, where he drove sales growth in convenience and non-traditional channel segments. In 1994, Shultz founded Brand Management, specializing in consumer packaged product introduction. He relaunched the company in 2014, incorporating franchise development strategies to innovate the restaurant industry.