Frequently asked questions

Yes. Many founders start with a sketch in their head and a list of questions. A sourcing conversation is designed for exactly that stage—we’ll talk through what your product needs, what it may cost to make, and practical next steps. You don’t need drawings or specifications to begin.

My specialties are jewelry and accessories; graphic apparel and apparel; home, décor and gifts; packaging; and print on demand and dropshipping. My broader career includes womenswear, impulse goods, private-label cold-weather products, basic bedding and closeouts. I don’t take on food, supplements, medical products, complex electronics or substantial engineering projects. If your product needs specialist engineering, testing or inspection, that work is arranged separately with appropriate specialists.

Absolutely. A second opinion can review your current pricing, quotes, terms or supplier arrangement, identify questions to ask and tradeoffs to weigh, and look at alternatives where useful.

Yes. Supplier names, quotes, prices and terms are shared with you openly. Suppliers quote and invoice you directly, and you buy directly from them.

You pay agreed professional fees to Sourcing House: $300 for a sourcing conversation, $200 per hour, or a custom fixed project proposal. I take no commissions, supplier referral payments or product markups. Product orders, samples, tooling, testing, freight, duties, travel and third-party fees are separate and paid by you, agreed in advance. Payment methods for professional fees will be confirmed at launch.

Yes. Sample coordination and evaluation support are part of managed sourcing. Import planning, estimated landed costs and introductions to freight forwarders and customs brokers are available as separately scoped additions. I provide estimates and flag classification questions for your broker to confirm; I don’t give legal or tax advice, act as importer of record or provide customs brokerage.

Yes—international clients are welcome. I’ve worked with suppliers across China, Thailand, India, Mexico, Europe and the UK. Each project is assessed for fit based on its product, markets and requirements.

It can happen. Sourcing is research, and sometimes the honest answer is that the right option isn’t available on your terms. You still pay for the agreed work, and you receive the findings and recommended next steps.

The free 15-minute fit call is to confirm fit, discuss scope and answer questions about how we’d work together. It isn’t detailed consulting. The $300 sourcing conversation is a 60-minute advisory call with light advance preparation and a concise written next-step recap.