STORE LAUNCH FOUNDATION PACKAGE
(Individual Services Available)
Building Intentional Retail Through Circular Design & Community
A comprehensive foundational consultation designed for entrepreneurs launching their first retail space, grounded in circular design principles and community-centered strategy.
PHASE 1: DISCOVERY & STRATEGY
Brand Foundation Session
Voice & intention mapping: Define your store's core purpose and desired impact
Target community analysis: Identify who you're serving and why
Circular systems audit: Map existing resources and regenerative opportunities
Brand positioning: Establish your unique market position
Deliverable: Brand Strategy Document (1-2 pages)
PHASE 2: DESIGN & OPERATIONS
Store Concept Development
Visual identity framework: Color palette, aesthetic direction, sensory experience
Space planning guidelines: Layout recommendations for customer flow and product display
Operational standards: Core procedures for consistency and quality
Customer experience mapping: Touchpoints from entry to purchase
Deliverable: Store Operations Handbook (visual + written guidelines)
PHASE 3: BUYING & CURATION STRATEGY
Intentional Inventory Development
Brand Alignment Assessment: Identify product categories and vendors that align with your brand voice and values
Vendor Research & Sourcing: Guidance on finding emerging brands, artisans, and suppliers with authentic storytelling and craftsmanship
Curation Framework: Develop a "through-line" philosophy—the connective thread that ties your product selection together
Quality Standards: Establish criteria for product selection (materials, construction, sustainability, cultural authenticity)
Initial Inventory Plan: Budget allocation, product mix recommendations, and opening inventory strategy
Vendor Relationship Building: Best practices for establishing long-term partnerships with suppliers and creators
Deliverable: Buying Strategy Guide + Vendor Sourcing Checklist
PHASE 4: COMMUNITY & LAUNCH
Community Integration Strategy
Local relationship mapping: Identify key community partners and collaborators
Storytelling framework: How to communicate your brand's values and mission
Launch marketing strategy: Initial promotional approach aligned with your brand
Regenerative systems plan: How to create closed-loop processes (waste reduction, local sourcing, etc.)
Deliverable: Community Launch Roadmap + Marketing Brief
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
✓ 2-3 hour initial consultation session
✓ Brand strategy document
✓ Store operations handbook with visual guidelines
✓ Buying strategy guide + vendor sourcing checklist
✓ Community integration & launch roadmap
✓ Email follow-up support (7 days post-consultation)