Take your brand beyond the US, from Canada to Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
I've helped brands sell in the United States, Canada, across Europe, Brazil, Argentina, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Australia. When your US business is steady, I help you pick the next market and the right partners to get there.
Is this you?
- Your US retail business is steady and you're ready for a next market
- International distributors are reaching out and you're not sure who to trust
- You want to know which markets fit your brand before you spend
What I do
- Market selectionWhich country to start with, based on your product, price, and claims.
- International approvalsRegistrations and label changes each market requires.
- Vetted distributor partnersIntroductions to distributors I know, and help negotiating terms.
- Trade show strategyThe international shows worth your budget, with meetings booked ahead.
- Ongoing partner managementKeeping distributors focused and orders moving.
From first call to first purchase order
Free 20-minute call
We talk through your brand, your sales so far, and the retailers you have in mind.
Retail readiness review
An honest look at pricing, packaging, compliance, and supply, so you only pitch when you can deliver.
Buyer outreach
I take your brand to the right buyers and distributors, and you're in the room for the meetings.
Launch and grow
EDI setup, account management, and reorders, so the first order turns into the next one.
Most brands work with me on an 18-month plan: a monthly retainer plus commission on sales, so I win when you win. Once you're placed, we can switch to a flat retainer with no commission.
Before you book
Do I need a distributor, or can I sell to retailers directly?
It depends on the channel. Many large chains buy direct from brands. Professional salon, spa, and many international markets usually work through distributors, who handle warehousing, delivery, and their own sales teams.
Distributors take a share of the price, so the right mix depends on your margins and where you want to grow. I help you decide, then find and manage the right partners. I've managed distributor and broker networks across North America.
How should I prepare for a trade show like Cosmoprof?
The work happens before the show. Book buyer and distributor meetings weeks ahead, bring samples and a one-page sell sheet with your pricing, and know your minimum order and lead times.
For Ms Morning, I booked every meeting before Cosmoprof North America. That's how one show turned into a launch in more than 1,000 stores.
How long does it take to land a national retailer?
Plan on several months at least, and often longer. Retailers plan their shelves on a set calendar, so timing your pitch to their review dates matters as much as the pitch itself.
I build that calendar with you so we're early, not late.
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Ready to get in front of buyers?
Book a free 20-minute retail readiness call. You'll leave with an honest read on where your brand fits and what to do next.
Or email renee@maisondemmanuelle.com