Independent Hunter - An industry platform which helps brands connect with independent retail stores around the world.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to how Independent Hunter works for emerging food and drink brands.

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    What is Independent Hunter?

    Independent Hunter is a retail access service for emerging food and drink brands. We help brands secure placement in independent retail stores across New York, London, and California by connecting them directly with stores that are a strong fit for their products.
  • Independent Hunter is not a traditional distributor or broker. Instead of commissions, exclusivity, or long-term contracts, brands choose the independent retail stores they want to work with and pay a one-time fee per store for placement. This gives brands full visibility and control over where their products are stocked.
  • Brands access a curated list of independent retail stores and hand-pick the specific stores they want to be placed in. Each store profile includes location, category focus, and key details to help brands determine whether the store is a good fit for their food or drink product.
  • The one-time per-store fee covers guaranteed shelf placement in the selected independent retail store. Independent Hunter does not receive payment until the brand is provided with photo confirmation of their product on the store’s shelf. The fee includes direct placement and retailer feedback, not a product review. If Independent Hunter invoices the store on behalf of the brand, a 5% fee applies to orders in addition to the one-time per-store fee. Brands only pay the 5% on re-orders if the product sells, with no ongoing commissions beyond this.
  • Independent Hunter works with retail-ready, emerging food and drink brands. This includes packaged food, beverages, and specialty products that have finalized packaging, established wholesale pricing, and the ability to fulfill orders from independent retailers.