A New Chapter

for KIVALUE

At KIVALUE, we’ve always believed that planning is the engine of retail performance. But in today’s climate – marked by economic slowdown, tariffs, and political uncertainty – traditional methods are falling short. Retailers can no longer afford slow, siloed planning cycles.

As technology and AI rapidly evolve, so too must retail planning. Spreadsheets and manual processes are giving way to agile, data-informed decision-making. In a volatile market, large-scale system overhauls are often too risky, but targeted, high-impact improvements within existing solutions can deliver measurable results in months, not seasons.

This is why we’re entering a new chapter with a sharper focus on what we do best: delivering value through intelligent retail planning.

Leadership Update

After years of dedicated leadership, KIVALUE’s Co-Founder, Anton Pershin, has decided to step down from his role as CEO to focus fully on growing his new venture, Enstyle, an AI trend navigation platform.

This is a moment of deep gratitude and reflection for all of us at KIVALUE. Under Anton’s guidance, KIVALUE has grown from a bold idea into a respected consulting firm in the fashion retail space. From navigating the uncertainty of COVID to helping our clients thrive through some of the toughest industry shifts in recent history, Anton’s vision, resilience, and commitment to innovation have been nothing short of extraordinary.

While Anton is transitioning out of day-to-day operations, this is by no means a goodbye. KIVALUE and Enstyle share the same DNA – a passion for transforming retail through intelligent, data-driven solutions. Our close collaboration will continue, combining Enstyle’s trend intelligence with KIVALUE’s executional planning expertise to deliver even greater value to our clients.

I, Christoph Graeber, will lead the company forward as Managing Director, supported by our experienced team of retail planning consultants – Giorgio Loiodice, Lutz Kämmerer, Dirk Lahmann, and others – as we expand into new markets and verticals.

A New Vision for Retail Planning Intelligence

1. Your Vendor-Agnostic Planning Partner

In today’s crowded tech landscape, it’s hard to know where to start – or who to trust. Our goal is to be your independent guide – helping you cut through the noise and choose the right tools for your business.

At KIVALUE, we know the retail planning technology space inside out. We work with platforms like Board, Blue Yonder, ProfitMind, o9, Pricen, and Centric – and we know what they can do to add value to retailers.

Whether you need AI-driven assortment, dynamic pricing, or scenario-based inventory allocation, we help you plug in the right solutions – improving performance without unnecessarily replacing everything.

2. Planning Expertise Across Consumer Retail

While our roots are in fashion, our experience spans the broader world of retail. We’re expanding our offering across consumer-focused industries, including Beauty, DIY & Home, Consumer Electronics, and Cannabis Retail. These sectors face similar challenges: complex product lifecycles, high SKU turnover, tight margins, and increasing pressure for smarter planning.

We bring category-specific solutions and hands-on expertise to each vertical. From seasonal demand to store clustering and real-time replenishment, we tailor our approach to the nuances of your market.

3. Expanding Our Footprint in North America

With a growing network of clients and partners, we’re excited to build a stronger presence in North America, led directly from the base in Florida by me.

This expansion opens the door to deeper collaboration and new opportunities in one of the world’s most dynamic – and increasingly complex – retail markets. With tariff-related cost shifts, supply chain volatility, and fluctuating demand, retailers need more flexible, precise, and scenario-ready planning.

This is a new chapter, but our mission remains the same: to empower retailers with the tools, insights, and confidence to plan better, every day.

Thank you for being part of this journey.