How We Work

A Clear Process.

From Idea to Launch.

No guesswork. No grey areas. Eight structured stepsthat move your supplement brand from concept to shelf — with a dedicated team beside you at every stage.

UK, EU & US compliant manufacturing
Amazon, DTC & retail-ready builds
Built by operators, not consultants
Human & pet supplement specialists
Vetted manufacturers across 3 markets
End-to-end brand development
UK, EU & US compliant manufacturing
Amazon, DTC & retail-ready builds
Built by operators, not consultants
Human & pet supplement specialists
Vetted manufacturers across 3 markets
End-to-end brand development
UK, EU & US compliant manufacturing
Amazon, DTC & retail-ready builds
Built by operators, not consultants
Human & pet supplement specialists
Vetted manufacturers across 3 markets
End-to-end brand development
Who this is for

Most founders come to us
at one of three stages.

Wherever you are, we scope the engagement to meet you there — no rigid packages, no wasted spend.

Clarity

You have a product idea but need help validating it, finding the right format, and understanding what's commercially viable before committing.

This sounds like me

Execution

You know what you want to build. You need an experienced partner to source,manufacture, and manage compliance — end to end.

This sounds like me

Launch or expansion

You're already selling and need to reformulate, expand to new markets, or scaleproduction without quality issues or supplier headaches.

This sounds like me
How it works

From first call to live product.

Every CJK engagement follows the same structured path — so you always know what stage you're in, what's being handled, and what comes next. No guesswork, no black boxes.

Strategy

Discovery Call

A focused 60-minute conversation to understand your brand vision, target market, budget, and commercial goals. We ask the questions most founders overlook early — helping avoid costly delays and rework later on.

Week 1

01

02

Strategy

Product & Market Strategy

We map the market opportunity, define your product positioning, identify the right format, and flag any regulatory considerations for your target market — before a single ingredient is sourced or a supplier is contacted.

Weeks 1–2

BRANDING

Brand Design & Identity

We develop your brand identity, packaging design, and label compliance in parallel, so your visual assets are ready when needed — helping avoid unnecessary delays. Includes compliance-aware label copy, regulatory claims review, print-ready artwork, plus professional renders and infographics. Product photography available as an add-on.

Weeks 2–10

03

04

Development

Formula Development & Sampling

Our in-house formulation chemists, pharmacists, and vets develop your product spec based on the brief. We manage suppliers, compare quotes, validate quality, and coordinate samples, so you get clear recommendations, not endless supplier emails.

Weeks 2–10

Operations

Manufacturing & Quality Control

Full production run managed end to end. We track production milestones and quality checkpoints with the manufacturer so you're never chasing factories directly or decoding technical back-and-forth across time zones.

Weeks 8–16

05

06

Operations

Packaging, Compliance & Logistics

We produce compliance-aware labels built to the regulations of your target market, and can issue a certificate of compliance for your product (optional add-on). We then connect you with trusted fulfilment and shipping partners, so your product arrives on time, on spec, and shelf-ready.

Weeks 10–20

SUPPORT

Pre-Launch & Store Build

While your product is in production, we build your entire launch infrastructure - validation lander, full Shopify store, Klaviyo email flows, and tested Meta ad creative. So the day your stock lands, everything is already running. Available as a standalone service via the CJK Launch Engine.

Weeks 4–6

07

08

SUPPORT

Ongoing Support with The Formula+

Your product is live — now keep the momentum going. Formula+ is our private community for supplement founders, with ongoing access to expert guidance, compliance updates, trend insights, and a network of founders building alongside you.

Join The Formula+
Engagement structure

How Engagements Are Structured.

Engagements are structured around your actual needs — not rigid retainers or off-the-shelf packages. Every project starts with a scoping conversation to define what's needed before anything is agreed.

Advisory

Strategy & Advisory

For founders who need expert guidance on product positioning, market selection, or regulatory navigation — before committing to full production.

What's included

  • Product concept & market validation
  • Format, MOQ & cost feasibility review
  • Regulatory landscape overview (UK/EU/US)
  • Supplier network access & introductions
  • Formula feasibility assessment

1–2 strategy sessions with Cat
Typically 1–3 weeks to scope & complete
Often the first phase before full execution

Strategy engagements typically begin from £2k+, depending on scope and complexity

End-to-end engagement

Full Execution

The complete product build managed by CJK — from formula development through manufacturing, compliance, logistics, and launch. One partner, full accountability.

What's included

  • All 8 process stages handled by CJK
  • Single senior lead throughout
  • Manufacturer sourcing & negotiation
  • UK, EU & US compliance built in
  • Sample coordination & lab testing
  • Packaging artwork & label sign-off
  • Freight, customs & 3PL coordination
  • Pre-launch marketing strategy (Meta Ads Setup, Campaign Management & Organic Social)
  • Shopify Store Build + Klaviyo Email Marketing Setup

Dedicated CJK lead from day one
Avg. 16–20 weeks concept to delivery
Stage-gate summaries at each milestone

Scale support

Reorders & Expansion

For brands already selling that need to reformulate, scale production, or expand into new markets without starting from scratch with unknown suppliers.

What's included

  • Existing formula review & optimisation
  • New market regulatory & claims review
  • COGS audit
  • Range extension strategy & scoping

Ongoing or project-based — your choice
Reorder cycles scoped per product
Continues naturally from full execution

What you can expect

Why founders choose a structured process.

The biggest mistakes in supplement brand building come from fragmented execution. CJK centralises everything — so less falls through the cracks.

Clear milestones, always

You'll always know what stage you're at, what's been completed, and what the nextdecision point is.

Compliance built in, not bolted on

Regulatory review happens during development, not after production, when changesare expensive.

One person, full accountability

A single CJK lead owns your project. No handoffs, no chasing multiple contacts, nodropped context.

Realistic timelines, upfront

We tell you how long things take before you commit - not optimistic estimates thatslip under pressure.

Fewer supplier headaches

We handle all manufacturer communication so you never have to chase factories orinterpret technical back-and-forth.

BOUNDARIES & FIT

What we don't do.

Because how we work matters just as much as what we deliver. We’re best suited to brands looking for thoughtful, commercially grounded decisions.

False Guarantees

We can’t promise your product will sell. We focus on giving you a validated, compliant, and well-made foundation to launch from.

Cheap Over Quality

We won’t recommend low-cost suppliers if quality or compliance suffers. Short-term savings often create bigger problems later.

Cut Corners

If a timeline isn’t realistic, we’ll say so. We don’t skip testing, sampling, or  compliance to rush production.

Unnecessary Complexity

Every ingredient should serve a commercial purpose — not just make the formula look more advanced.

Forced Services

If advisory support is enough, we won’t push full execution. We recommend what fits your stage and goals best.

We’re best suited to brands looking for thoughtful, commercially grounded decisions.

If you’re still exploring or unsure, we’re happy to have an honest conversation either way.

Trusted by Founders.

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UK, EU & US compliant manufacturing
Amazon, DTC & retail-ready builds
Built by operators, not consultants
Human & pet supplement specialists
Vetted manufacturers across 3 markets
End-to-end brand development
UK, EU & US compliant manufacturing
Amazon, DTC & retail-ready builds
Built by operators, not consultants
Human & pet supplement specialists
Vetted manufacturers across 3 markets
End-to-end brand development
UK, EU & US compliant manufacturing
Amazon, DTC & retail-ready builds
Built by operators, not consultants
Human & pet supplement specialists
Vetted manufacturers across 3 markets
End-to-end brand development