Want better gloves & hats?
Of course you do!
Then hire Makota Co! The Makota Co. team functions as an extension of your team.
We allow you to plug us in at any level needed in your process. We can own the category management and/or work with your product managers.
The Makota magic spark is in the understanding that we are an ingredient to your recipe.
Makota services include:
Line Planning
With Makota, you will work with established Product Line Managers and category leaders to craft a detailed, functionally intentional, yet concise product line that will drive your brand and product to succeed in the handwear and/or headwear category.
We will work with you on the functional Intent of each piece, the material DNA, and on gender and age-specific plans.
Design & Tech Pack Creation
We work to design custom fit profiles within your budget.
Each product is designed based on your functional intent and developed for your target consumer.
Our proven methods offer enhanced performance for professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Product Development
Makota can design, develop, produce and deliver your product straight to your door.
We manage all development aspects of your product creation or will gladly work with your current resources, materials, ideas, etc. Ultimately, we aim to reduce your internal work output, increase your product line offering, its quality, and speed to market, all while increasing your margin and reducing your costs.
Material & Price Story
Let us help you develop a product and price story that will make your accessory line attractive to your customers. All product aspects are measured in terms of functional intent, value, performance, and durability.
Production Management
We cater to every aspect of your production needs, from PO placement, material procurement and bulk production to quality control, warehousing and delivering the final goods.
Sales Growth – Tools & Training
Makota offers customized intelligent sales training. We’re happy to outfit your team with rep force tools, product specification sheets, pitch decks, sales tips and more to present a strong case to retail buyers.
Expert Foundation
The Makota team is made up of experts in the handwear/headwear categories that carry decades of experience in driving sales and category success. If desired, we allow our brand partners/clients to leverage the relationships and history of the Makota team as an extension of your team. We can tell the story, you can tell the story, or we can blend the story of why your brand has entrusted the Makota team to elevate your handwear/headwear offering.
We have a proven track record of enhancing product lines and their respective sales. Let us drive your handwear/headwear category success.
“Makota has helped the Helly Hansen brand overhaul its sport glove offering from being a small add-on business to a meaningful category with significant volume. This has been done through support with line-planning, technical expertise, strong development and sourcing capabilities, as well as a willingness to engage and train the HH sales team in a new category. Once Makota jump started the glove category, they quickly helped us enter the hat/cap market in a more meaningful way. We happily recommend Dustin and the Makota Co team!”
Richard Collier, Chief Product Officer, Helly Hansen
Exceptional designs developed with premium materials:
Makota brings its own tools, systems, knowledge, and expertise to advance your accessory game in handwear and headwear. We are able to seamlessly plug into your platform and become ubiquitous within your ERP systems, product management systems, and overall business model on an as needed basis.
Our clients are some of the most powerful retailers and major brands in the world.
We are selective in who we work with and only want to be the driver of win/win partnerships.
Ready to elevate your game?
CERTIFICATIONS & COMPLIANCE STANDARDS
BSCI Certified
WRAP Certified
Better Work Compliant
GORE-TEX Certified Producers
GORE-TEX Testing Expertise
Makota is here to be an extension of your resources without consuming your resources.
Current customers:
We are proud to produce for some of the most iconic brands and retailers in the world. Let us join forces with your team to bring your accessories offering to the next level. Contact us today!
Design & Product Focus:
FUNCTIONALITY
Each product that we set out to create is designed with a functional intent in mind.
Fashion Forward
We work hard to stay ahead of trends, to utilize the best seasonal colors, patterns and design aesthetics, and to create timeless designs that are clean and crisp.
Top Quality
All Makota-built products utilize top-quality construction and materials, no matter the cost.
“Makota is the definition of a true full package design, develop and manufacturing partner. The Makota team has improved our product, price and style, resulting in more sales, and has made the design and development process enjoyable from concept to delivery.“
Barry Barr – Founder & Ceo, Kavu
About Makota Co.
Makota in Indonesian means “Crown” (mahkota), but it also means “Sincerity or Truth” in Japanese. We live by simple principles and deep rooted values of family, honor, and loyalty.
The Pacific Northwest is home for the Makota Co. team. We are based just 11 miles north of Seattle, WA in the small Puget Sound city of Edmonds. With tranquil water and mountain views in our daily scope, we are constantly inspired to live, play and work outdoors.
LET US BRING TO YOUR BRAND:
+ New Designs
+ New Fit Platforms/ Silhouettes
+ Enhanced Dexterity & Comfort
+ Improved Functionality for the Professionals and Enthusiast
+ Improved Costing and Margins
+ Solid Product Pricing Story
+ Sales Tools and Sales Training for the Category
All to leading to Sales and Category Growth!