Product Developer & Buyer
Retail Consultant
Emily Maude is an experienced retail specialist, product developer and buyer with extensive experience across cultural retail. Below are some examples of her work and how she can help your business.
Artist and Maker Sourcing
I can find you unique artists and makers
Source and commission artists and designer makers for your shops
Write licensing agreements and contracts with artists designer makers
Artworking service to translate artists designs into product
For Retaillers
I can provide the following services for you
Market Analysis - analyse and understand your customer base
Sales Analysis - understand your current offering and identify the gaps in your current collection
Range Planning - Develop a range plan and a clear structure that will enable your sales to grow, and remove weak links
Pricing Proposal - Develop a clear pricing strategy which will suit your customer base, lead to long term sales, improved margin and increased profit
Brand Values - Ensure the offering reflects your brand ethos and guidelines
Product Development & Design - Work with you to commission appropriate artists and to design the products for you
Production - Work with my trusted network of suppliers, producers and craftsmen to deliver the new ranges to store
For Designer Makers
I can help you with the following
Pricing Strategies
Manufacturers
Trade Shows and Stand Display
What a buyer is looking for in a product, and who to target.
Range Planning
A buying and product development strategy rooted in business and financial analysis which will deliver financial successes
Creative flair and a history of working in design and illustration
Extensive experience of trade shows, buying, manufacturing, designing and working with artists makers and suppliers