Meet The Team
PJ LaRive, Ph.D
PJ LaRive, Ph.D. serves as President and Science Director at TresMonet, bringing over 17 years of research experience from NASA, where he specialized in advanced nanotechnology and microbiology. His groundbreaking work focused on nutrient delivery systems in zero-gravity environments, jet propulsion, and plant science — including the invention of the radiant barrier that protected the Space Shuttle from radiation and extreme heat.
Dr. LaRive’s expertise extends beyond aerospace. With a background in mechanical engineering, he played a key role in the design and buildout of L’Oréal’s first bottling facility outside Paris, a biofuel refinery in Opp, Alabama, and three Coca-Cola production plants across the United States.
Dennis Dannel, Esq.
Our CEO, Dennis Dannel, JD, brings his artistic eye and attention to detail to every facet of TresMonet. As a corporate contracts & marketing specialist, he protects Company interests, weaves the TresMonet story, and deftly directs every marketing detail— a graduate of Tulane Law School, Mr. Dannel is also a consummate creative force: he is a New York Times-reviewed actor/producer, and his drawings & paintings have been museum-exhibited.
Bennett J. Johnson, III
Chief Financial Officer
Alexi Knight
VP of Business Development
Cedric Bonner
VP of Financial Operations
Board of Directors
Dennis Dannel, Esq.
Dr. PJ LaRive, PhD
Brijon Matis
Alexi Knight
Faye Jani
Together, our Founders are dedicated to creating innovative skincare products that deliver industry-leading anti-aging results.
The name TresMonet is a nod to our Founders' French heritage and love for Fine Art. "Tres," the French word for "very,” pays homage to their hometown of New Orleans and their Creole and Cajun roots, which date back to the late 1600s. Meanwhile, “Monet” is a tribute to Mr. Dannel’s favorite artist and his mother’s maiden name. Their goal is to develop TresMonet into a globally recognized brand, whose products are known for their unparalleled efficacy.