Product Executive
Kim Blank
Kim is the key connection between Linton’s clients and our overseas production teams. A second-generation designer who came up through B2B sales and field operations, he keeps sourcing and manufacturing projects clear, on track, and aligned to what brands actually want.
Kim's Expertise
Kim works with founders to take products from concept to mass production. He focuses on sports equipment, electronic appliances, and complex luggage & bag design. His job is finding the cleanest manufacturing path that prepares new SKUs for launch.
Product Categories
Manufacturing Capabilities
- Design for Manufacturing
- Molds & Tooling
- Quality Control
Operational Specialties
- Supplier Vetting
- Factory Negotiations
- Injection Molding
- Large Scale Mass Production
- Packaging Design
- Freight & Logistics
Markets & Channels
- Amazon FBA Launches
- DTC E-commerce (Shopify)
- Product Personalization
Articles by Kim
Landed Cost Explained: From Factory Floor to Warehouse Door
Most brands negotiate hard on the one number that matters least on its own: the factory unit price. It is the figure on the quote, it is easy to compare across suppliers, and it is the first thing a sourcing conversation fixates on. But the price paid at the factory floor is only the opening […]
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