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Retailbound
Retailbound helps product start-ups and small manufacturers sell to and work with retailers of all sizes. The team, made up of former large retail buyers, manages retail readiness, reps and distributors, and sell-in and sell-through.
Retailbound is a business consulting and digital marketing agency headquartered in St. Charles, Illinois, founded in 2008. The agency positions itself with the tagline "We make marketing to retail easier!" and serves product start-ups and small manufacturers looking to enter retail channels. The team employs under 49 people and charges an average hourly rate of $125, with minimum budgets available on inquiry.
The Retailbound team is composed of former large chain retail buyers, including retail consultants Nicole J, Charlotte B, and Jim V, plus senior retail consultant Steve P. Each consultant helps clients launch into retail, drawing on direct buying experience from large chains. The agency's stated focus is helping brands get retail ready, set up with the right reps and distributors, and manage both sell-in and sell-through at retail.
Retailbound's service offerings span digital marketing and business consulting, with a portfolio example in retail channel sales and marketing. The agency's client roster includes CUJO, Chirp, EVEN, Monument Labs, Winston Privacy, NordVPN, SpryngMe, WhizRider, NoteTower, and Ola, reflecting a mix of consumer technology and product brands.
The agency has received press coverage, including a PR Web feature on helping small businesses sell new products to retailers and an SMBCEO Q&A with CEO Yohan Jacob. Retailbound maintains a LinkedIn company page and a YouTube channel for additional content.
Services
- Digital Marketing
- Business Consulting
Team Size
Pros
- Team composed of former large chain retail buyers who guide retail launches