MBensonDesign Studio
MBensonDesign Studio
WHAT TO MAKE — WHY IT SHOULD EXIST — HOW TO MANUFACTURE IT — HOW TO MAKE IT COMMERCIALLY VIABLE — WHAT TO MAKE — WHY IT SHOULD EXIST — HOW TO MANUFACTURE IT — HOW TO MAKE IT COMMERCIALLY VIABLE —
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FORMER HEAD OF PRODUCT NEW ERA CAP — FORMER DESIGN DIRECTOR BOLLMAN HAT COMPANY — CONSULTING CPO PONYBACK INC — AND MORE... —
What we do
Trend + Consumer
Identifying emerging opportunities through shifts in culture, behavior, and aesthetics.
Product Strategy
Building the foundation for products that resonate with both consumers and the market.
Design
Creating products with purpose, clarity, and a distinct point of view.
Product Development
Translating ideas into manufacturable products without compromising intent.
Production Management
Bridging design vision and manufacturing realities from development through production.
Quality Refinement
Elevating product performance through fit, function, and thoughtful refinement.
20+ YRS EXPERIENCE — MILLIONS OF PRODUCTS BROUGHT TO MARKET — GLOBAL MANUFACTURING NETWORK — TRUSTED BY BRANDS FROM STARTUPS TO INDUSTRY LEADERS —
MBensonDesign Studio
MBenson Design Studio helps brands build better accessories.
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From launching new categories and expanding existing product lines to resolving production challenges, we work as an extension of your team, bringing the experience of senior product leadership without the overhead of hiring a full-time specialist.
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With more than 20 years of experience across design, development, sourcing, and manufacturing, we help brands navigate every stage of the product process. From identifying opportunities and refining concepts to technical development, factory communication, sourcing, and production, our goal is simple: create better products, avoid costly mistakes, and make the path from concept to production more efficient.
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Whether you need strategic guidance for a new category, support growing an existing business, or experienced leadership to solve complex product challenges, we provide the flexibility to strengthen your team with specialized expertise, exactly when you need it.
Meet the Founder
With more than 20 years of experience in product design and development, Melissa Benson has helped shape accessories and headwear for global brands including New Era, Timberland, and Bollman Hat Company.
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Known for connecting design, strategy, and manufacturing, she helps brands build products that balance creativity with commercial success. From identifying market opportunities to solving production challenges, Melissa brings hands-on experience across every stage of the product development process.
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Today, she partners with brands as an extension of their team, providing senior product leadership, strategic direction, and specialized expertise without the need for a full-time hire.
