We Don't Just Build Brands. We Build Businesses.
Over 20 years of creating, acquiring, developing and growing distinctive consumer brands.
From the first idea to the final shelf, we combine creative thinking with commercial experience to build brands that stand out and businesses that succeed.
About &JUDE
A History of Making Things Happen.
Great brands don't happen by accident. They require original thinking, distinctive design, intelligent manufacturing and a genuine understanding of what makes products commercially successful.
For more than two decades, we've been involved in every stage of building consumer brands. We've founded companies, acquired established names, developed international distribution networks and successfully sold businesses.
Our expertise spans fragrance, homeware, gifting, lifestyle, furniture, personal care, product development and international wholesale. We've worked with manufacturers, suppliers, distributors and retailers across Europe, America, Japan and Australia.
AND JUDE brings together that experience, creativity and commercial knowledge to develop distinctive brands and build lasting business partnerships.
Our Experience
Brands We've Built, Owned and Developed.
These businesses form part of our history. AND JUDE does not currently own them.
Brands We Founded
Men's Society
Founded, Developed & SoldA distinctive British gifting and lifestyle brand combining clever product concepts, original design, memorable packaging and international retail appeal. We founded Men's Society from the ground up, developing its identity, product collections, manufacturing relationships and wholesale distribution before successfully selling the business.
Norfolk Natural Living
Founded & DevelopedA premium British lifestyle brand specialising in natural homecare, fragrance, personal care and beautifully considered everyday essentials. We founded and developed Norfolk Natural Living, bringing together thoughtful product design, sophisticated packaging, manufacturing expertise and international wholesale distribution.
Portland England Perfume
Founded, Developed & SoldA British fragrance brand combining distinctive scent development, considered packaging and sophisticated brand positioning. We founded, developed and subsequently sold Portland England Perfume.
Maker & Son
Founded, Developed & SoldA furniture and lifestyle business built around beautiful design, craftsmanship, comfort and considered living. We founded Maker & Son, developed the business and subsequently sold it.
Brands We Acquired
Izola New York
Distributed, Acquired & DevelopedAn American lifestyle brand known for vintage-inspired products, distinctive packaging, gifting and beautifully designed everyday essentials. We initially established a distribution relationship with Izola before acquiring the business and developing its product collections and international commercial opportunities.
Odeme
Distributed, Acquired & DevelopedA design-led lifestyle brand offering colourful, playful and sophisticated products spanning gifting, personal accessories and everyday essentials. We initially distributed Odeme before acquiring and developing the business further.
Our Distribution Business
Atlantic Folk
Founded & DevelopedAn international wholesale distribution business established to connect distinctive consumer brands with retailers across multiple markets. We founded Atlantic Folk, developing expertise in international sales, wholesale distribution, brand representation and commercial growth. Atlantic Folk forms an important part of our history, demonstrating our experience not only in creating and acquiring brands but also in bringing products to retailers around the world.
What We Do
From Concept to Commerce.
01
Brand Creation
We create distinctive consumer brands, developing original concepts, compelling identities and products designed to stand out in competitive international markets.
02
Product Design & Development
From initial sketches to finished collections, we develop products that combine original thinking, considered design and commercially intelligent manufacturing.
03
Brand Acquisition & Development
We identify opportunities within established consumer brands, developing their products, positioning, distribution and long-term commercial potential.
04
Manufacturing & Sourcing
We work with manufacturing partners to develop high-quality products that meet our exacting standards for design, materials and commercial viability.
05
International Distribution
We develop and manage international wholesale distribution, connecting brands with the right retail partners across key global markets.
06
Commercial Strategy
We provide strategic commercial guidance, helping brands identify growth opportunities, develop market entry strategies and build sustainable long-term businesses.
International Reach
Built for the World.
Our brands and distribution relationships span multiple continents. We understand the commercial, cultural and logistical requirements of selling into different international markets.
Work With Us
Looking for the Right Partner?
Whether you're a manufacturer seeking brand partnerships, a retailer looking for distinctive products, or a brand owner exploring acquisition or development opportunities — we'd like to hear from you.
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