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NEW PRODUCT 
DEVELOPMENT (NPD)
CONSULTING SERVICES

Tailored Solutions to Drive Innovation & Growth

Bringing a new product to market requires a mix of creativity, strategy, and execution. With expertise in food innovation and a track record with brands like Hotel Chocolat, I help businesses navigate the complexities of New Product Development (NPD)—from concept ideation to successful launch.

Whether you’re looking for ongoing support, a one-off project, or team training, I offer a range of services to fit your needs.

Services & Pricing

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To ensure the best fit for each client, I offer flexible engagement models

Retainers – Reliable, ongoing support for continuous innovation.

One-Time Consulting Projects – Targeted problem-solving with clear deliverables.

Workshops & Training – Upskill teams and enhance internal innovation.

Market Research & Trend Reports – Exclusive insights report.

Equity or Profit-Sharing Deals – Available for select startups & growth-stage brands.

Retainer-Based Consulting

(On Going Support) 

For brands seeking long-term NPD expertise, my monthly retainer service provides continuous advisory, strategy development, and hands-on execution.

 

Includes:
 

✅ Market trend analysis & competitor benchmarking

✅ Product ideation & concept validation

✅ Recipe formulation & sourcing guidance

✅ Prototype testing & feedback loops

✅ Packaging & branding recommendations

✅ Supply chain & cost optimisation support

 

Pricing:
 

Basic Support
  £3,000/month

  (16-20 hours per month)
 

Strategic Advisory
 
£5,000/month
  (24-32 hours per month)

Full NPD Management

  £8,000/month

  (40+ hours per month, hands-on execution)

 

Best for: Brands looking for consistent expert guidance and accelerated innovation.

Project-Based Consulting

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(One-Time Deliverables)

 

For companies and start-up needing support on a specific stage of product development, I offer tailored project-based consulting.

 

Example Projects & Pricing:

• Full Product Development (Concept to Launch): £50,000-£120,000

• Recipe Formulation & Prototyping: £5,000-£12,000

• Market & Consumer Insights Report: £3,000

• Ideation & Go-To-Market Strategy: £5,000-£15,000

 

Best for: Businesses that need targeted expertise to solve specific challenges.

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Workshops & Training

(Ongoing Support - One Time Deliverables)

 

Empower your team with the latest NPD strategies and best practices through customised workshops and training sessions.

 

Options & Pricing

Half-Day Workshop
   Starting from £2,500

 

Full-Day Training
  Starting from £4,000

 

Multi-Day NPD Accelerator Program
   Starting from £6,500

 

Best for: Companies that want to enhance internal capabilities and drive innovation in-house.

Why Work With Me?

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By partnering with me, you’ll gain:

Faster time-to-market – Streamlined development to reduce delays

No overhead – Focus on what matters. Remove day to day Team management

Cost efficiency – Optimised development to minimise waste & risks

Industry expertise – Backed by experience with leading food brands

 

Let’s bring your next big idea to life.

Get in Touch to discuss your project 

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