Helping Vendors
Grow with
Costco.
Whether you're launching your first product or expanding your existing business, L.R. Keon Brokerage provides the strategic guidance and industry expertise to help you navigate Costco with confidence.
Why Vendors Choose L.R. Keon
Decades of retail expertise helping vendors succeed with Costco.
HOW WE HELP
Consulting
Services
Whether you're preparing for your first Costco meeting or looking to grow an existing partnership, we provide strategic guidance every step of the way.
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Before approaching Costco, we help evaluate whether your product and business are ready for retail success.
We work with vendors to assess category fit, pricing strategy, packaging, competitive positioning, and overall market readiness—helping identify opportunities before costly mistakes happen.
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Selling to Costco requires much more than a great product.
We help vendors understand Costco's buying process, buyer expectations, merchandising requirements, and presentation strategies so they can confidently prepare for buyer meetings and retail opportunities.
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Packaging plays a critical role in retail success.
We provide guidance on packaging presentation, retail readiness, product positioning, value propositions, and shelf appeal to ensure your product communicates the right message to both buyers and consumers.
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Whether you're launching your first retail product or expanding an existing business, we provide strategic guidance to help you grow with confidence.
From identifying opportunities to overcoming challenges, we work alongside vendors to develop practical strategies that support long-term success.
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Our relationship doesn't end after one meeting.
We provide ongoing support, strategic advice, and industry insight as your business continues to evolve, helping you navigate new opportunities and make informed decisions along the way.
Decades of retail leadership.
Trusted industry insight.
MEET THE FOUNDER
For more than 20 years, Patrick Wilkinson has helped vendors successfully navigate Costco's buying process. His experience spans merchandising, vendor development, and strategic retail partnerships, giving clients practical guidance rooted in real-world experience.
Patrick works closely with businesses at every stage—from first-time Costco opportunities to established brands looking to expand. His relationship-first approach helps vendors make confident decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and build long-term success.
