Trusted CPG Consultancy
Accelerate Your Consumer Brand's Growth
We partner with ambitious consumer brands to elevate performance through data‑driven sales insight, creative marketing and proven buyer relationships across the UK, Ireland, Europe and North America.
Your Trusted Partner In CPG
LRV bridges the gap between product passion and commercial reality. Our team of former category buyers and seasoned commercial directors provides the insider expertise consumer brands need to secure listings, accelerate velocity and build lasting retailer relationships, at home and abroad.
Start‑Ups
Get retail‑ready with pitch preparation, buyer introductions and your first national listings.
Scale‑Ups
Expand distribution, optimise promotions and enhance category performance to fuel momentum.
International Brands
Enter the UK, Irish, European and US markets with local intelligence and strategic buyer engagement across all retail channels.
What We Do
Integrated Solutions for Growth
Market Entry & Channel Strategy
Go‑to‑market plans, channel prioritisation and pricing architecture to compete and win.
Retailer Engagement & Sales
Buyer introductions, pitch decks and negotiations across every major retailer in the UK, Ireland, Europe and the US.
Distribution Setup
National distribution partners secured for all retail channels.
Forecasting & Commercial Governance
Demand planning, trade investment frameworks and performance scorecards from day one.
FAQ
About Laurel Ridge Ventures
What does Laurel Ridge Ventures do?
LRV is a UK sales and marketing consultancy that helps consumer brands win retail listings and grow sales across the UK, Ireland, Europe and the US. We act as a plug-in commercial team of former category buyers and commercial directors. See our services
Who does LRV work with?
Start-ups getting retail-ready, scale-ups expanding distribution, and international brands entering the UK, Irish, European and US markets. How we work
How is a consultancy like LRV different from a sales broker?
A broker sells your product; LRV builds your whole commercial function — strategy, buyer relationships, distribution and governance — using insider buyer experience. About the team
Which retailers can LRV get my brand in front of?
Grocery multiples, discounters, convenience and symbol groups, high-street and online retailers across the UK, Ireland, Europe and the US. See our retailer network
Can LRV help me expand internationally?
Yes. We support entry into UK, Irish, European and US retail with local buyer intelligence and channel strategy. Market entry services
How do I get started with LRV?
Book a consultation. We assess your retail-readiness and map the fastest route to listings. Contact LRV
Ready to Unlock Your Brand's Potential?
Whether you're launching your first product or expanding into new channels, our team of industry insiders is ready to help you succeed.