Hi! I’m Melissa.

Running an artisan-based business comes with its share of challenges, but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.

I've been in your shoes and learned the hard lessons along the way. Let me help you skip a few steps, get unstuck, and confidently navigate the retail world as a purpose-driven entrepreneur.

  • 10+ Years as a Business Owner

    Experience with home goods, tabletop and accessories

  • Artisan Advocate

    For a more sustainable, mindful world

  • Exhibited at 12+ Trade Shows

    As a wholesaler

What others have to say…

Regan B.
Interior Designer

“Thanks to guidance from Melissa I was able to better understand the ins and outs of the wholesale industry, and make better decisions about pricing my upcoming artisan-made textiles collection. Her enthusiasm is infectious!”

Abby Alley
Business Owner

“Melissa’s advice and expertise has been something I’ve come to rely on. Her ability to problem solve and think outside the box has given me more practical help than any book or course ever could.”

Ximena Rozo Design
Textile Designer

“Melissa is a wealth of knowledge and helped get me on the right path as I launch my new artisan-goods business in 2025. I appreciate her excellent representation of Colombian craft and design.”

Get in Touch!

Feeling stuck and want to pick my brain? Here to help! Book time with me to discuss your biggest challenges.

FAQ

  • Literally anything, but think about where you feel the MOST stuck and the LEAST certain, and let's start there.

    Are you wondering how to get into new wholesale accounts, or feel uncertain about how you've priced your goods? These are all great places to start.

    Want my feedback on specific trade shows, given your specific product? I've done them all (pretty much), and can share my thoughts.

  • A 90-minute 1:1 session is $650.

    If you have more in-depth needs like developing a sales and marketing strategy or hoping to learn everything there is to know about trade shows and how to prepare, while getting feedback along the way, you can book three (3) 90-minute sessions for $1,800.

  • I can teach you everything there is to know about finding, working with, and setting yourself up for success with artisan partners, but I am not in the business of artisan sourcing.

    I can personally recommend AOW Handmade and ByHand Consulting.