The Independent Retail Starter Kit

THE INDEPENDENT RETAIL STARTER KIT

A practical guide to starting your own independent retail business.

By Oscar Pinto-Hervia OBE

Thinking about opening your own shop, launching an online retail business or testing an idea through markets and pop-ups?

Drawing on decades of experience in independent fashion retail, buying, franchising and brand development, Oscar Pinto-Hervia shares practical knowledge to help aspiring retailers make informed business decisions.

From understanding customers and gaining shop-floor experience to managing stock, sourcing suppliers and calculating profit, this toolkit focuses on the commercial realities of independent retail.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Practical independent retail startup guide

• Retail readiness checklist

• Startup budget and cash-flow worksheets

• Pricing and profit calculator

• Supplier sourcing checklist

• Business model comparison

• 90-day retail launch planner

• Practical advice on starting small and managing risk

FOUNDING EDITION: £29

PRE-ORDER INFORMATION

This digital toolkit is currently in development.

Planned delivery: 2 December 2026.

Purchasers will receive access to the completed digital toolkit when it is released.

If the project does not proceed, all pre-orders will be refunded in full.

Build your business on knowledge, preparation and sound commercial decisions.