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Consultancy For Start-ups

Shoe consultancy for start-ups

Leading your new shoe brand to success​

Launching a shoe brand?

Every shoe brand start-up has its own set of challenges. Funding issues, a lack of market knowledge and trying to build relationships with manufacturers and suppliers from scratch are just some of the common barriers.

If you are looking to avoid costly mistakes, or you have invested funds that haven’t paid off, you are in the right place.

Susannah Davda Shoe Consultant

Turning your plans into reality

If you had a crystal ball I am sure you would be hoping to see your shoe brand in the shop windows of retailers around the world. Footwear industry success comes with a well-planned strategy, detailed research and industry connections. I help start-ups launch shoe brands (women’s fashion), taking them from concept to market.

Whilst my specialist knowledge is the UK market, I help businesses launch into any market from wherever they are based in the world. Find out more about me.

Your shortcut to success

Working with me will give you a huge head start on your journey to success. Let me help you take your shoe brand to market effectively, saving you time and money.

I work one to one with my clients, so you are guaranteed my utmost attention. I know just how tough it can be, so rest assured you will find me friendly and sympathetic to the journey you are on.

A fresh perspective may be just what you need to get your shoe brand out of the starting blocks.

✓ A women’s fashion footwear expert on your team
✓ Shoe brand strategy planning & goal setting
✓ Product marketing and branding advice
✓ Access to my footwear industry connections (including manufacturers, suppliers and more)
✓ Receive a set of unique business tools and templates to save you time and help you work smarter
✓ Support and guidance at every step (by Skype, WhatsApp and email)

Monthly start-up support package from GBP £350

 

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Susannah’s approach was not only focused, but intuitive too. Gauging my business needs and the way I operate and working closely to find ways to go forward in my own… Read more “Milly J (Emily Jupp)”

Milly J (Emily Jupp)
Founding Artist/Designer | Milly J Shoes
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Earlier this year I had the pleasure of engaging Susannah to co-curate the inaugural Made-to-Order Luxury Affair. I was already familiar with her work as The Shoe Consultant. Susannah is… Read more “Atiti Izogie”

Atiti Izogie
Designer | Eyato London
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Susannah was very lovely to work with. Being a new brand she guided me with some key things which helped reassure my direction before launch. She is great with knowing… Read more “Andrea Luis”

Andrea Luis
Footwear designer and owner | Andrea Lorenzo
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I met Susannah in PURE LONDON Trade Show, in February 2019. She did an amazing speech on sustainability in the shoe industry and beyond. As a shoe sustainable brand co-founder, it was… Read more “Aurélie Gisclon”

Aurélie Gisclon
Co-founder and owner | Wibes
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I interviewed Susannah recently for my podcast, Fashion Originators. What particularly struck me about Susannah was her drive, passion and in-depth shoe industry knowledge. I have met a lot of… Read more “Stephanie Irwin”

Stephanie Irwin
Host | Fashion Originators Podcast
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Working with Susannah as I prepare for the launch of my brand has been one of the wisest decisions I made this year. She’s incredibly knowledgeable about the industry, both… Read more “Shola Asante”

Shola Asante
Founder/Director | Sante + Wade
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I was so fortunate to have found Susannah Davda. Her expert guidance and seasoned judgements have ushered me through the rough early stages of company development. She is clearly focused… Read more “Laura Stucki-Schult”

Laura Stucki-Schult
Founder and Owner | Moses Grace LLC
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Susannah came along just at the right time for me. We had a brilliant discussion and I felt I moved forward leaps and bounds from one session. Since working with… Read more “Sharon Maddy-Patel”

Sharon Maddy-Patel
Maddy Lou Shoes
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Susannah was a great help to the start-up; she provided expertise and insight into not only the technical aspects of shoe manufacturing but the entire process of creating a shoe… Read more “Julie T”

Julie T
Footwear Start up
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Susannah helped me develop the technical aspect of my shoe design from concept to spec. sheet. She is a pleasure to work with and her input was invaluable.

Sarah Josiah
Creative
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I have been working with Susannah since 2015 on a footwear project. At all times she has been extremely professional, helpful and patient with the process with me. I am… Read more “Conor McCarthy”

Conor McCarthy
Entrepreneur
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