Opening doors for niche brands

We help distinctive retail and hospitality brands enter, establish and grow in the UK.

Bringing together market expertise, commercial insight and the right connections to turn international ambitions into opportunities for growth.

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OUR SERVICES

Expertise, connections and hands-on support

We’re a boutique consultancy helping brands navigate the UK market - from finding the right locations and shaping their market entry to developing partnerships, collaborations and opportunities for expansion.

We also connect clients with trusted specialists to support the practical needs of establishing a UK presence, including business registration, administration and operations.

Our Approach

Personal, considered and hands-on

We take the time to understand each brand, its ambitions and commercial priorities — then identify the right opportunities, connections and route into the UK.

What We Bring

UK Market Expertise

Drawing on 25 years of experience with international retail, food and hospitality brands, we bring an understanding of the UK market and what it takes to succeed.

Hands-On Commercial Leadership

From strategy through to delivery, we bring practical experience in site acquisition, expansion, partnerships, operations and commercial growth.

The Right Connections

Our relationships across retail, hospitality, property and cultural institutions help brands find the settings and partnerships that suit their ambitions.

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ABOUT ROMOLA

Experience built around brands, markets and people

My career spans 25 years across the UK, France and Canada, working in luxury retail, food and hospitality.

Through roles with Harrods, Ladurée, Pierre Hermé Paris, Qinwan, Godiva and Diptyque. I’ve gained first-hand experience of building teams, developing partnerships and helping international brands establish and grow in the UK.

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