Strategic advisor for beauty, fashion, and consumer brands navigating culture, technology, and visibility.

I advise beauty, fashion, and consumer brand leaders on high-stakes decisions where culture, technology, and visibility intersect, helping them navigate growth without compromising credibility.

COLE WOODS

The Work

You bring the decision. I bring the clarity.

My role isn't execution, it's pattern recognition. I've navigated professional sports, international fashion, beauty tech partnerships, and founder-led ventures. This gives me the ability to see consequences you can't see from inside your business.

What I advise on:

Strategic partnerships and brand positioning
Technology integration and consumer trust
Reputation and cultural dynamics
High-visibility moments and transitions

Who This Is For

Leaders who:

Value foresight over speed
Need strategic perspective, not tactical execution
Recognize that insight prevents costly mistakes
Trust their execution capability but want clearer direction

Not for: Anyone looking for deliverables, implementation support, or hands-on project work.

How This Works

For Growth-Stage Brands

Monthly Advisory Retainer: $10,000/month

Strategic guidance for funded brands and established companies navigating complex decisions around partnerships, positioning, and cultural dynamics.

Includes:

4 strategic sessions monthly
Ongoing advisory support
Pure insight. No execution

Capacity is limited. I work with 2-3 brands at a time to ensure depth and attention.

For Early-Stage Founders

Pretty Smart: The Founder's Guide

Founder Intelligence for Building What Institutions Say Yes To

The strategic framework that early-stage beauty and fashion founders need to reach retail readiness. Covering positioning, partnerships, cultural alignment, and decision-making at the intersection of commerce and visibility.

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Who is Cole Woods?

Former professional athlete (WNBA). International model (Paris Fashion Week). Founded The Modelpreneur Bootcamp across multiple markets. Led strategic partnerships for beauty tech companies at Allure Store NYC, ULTA, and Afrotech. Creator of Ermatine (AI decision ecosystem) and Pretty Smart (applied intelligence series).

Featured: Netflix, ESPN, Vogue, Allure
Named: Top 30 Black Influencer (Philadelphia, 2026), Power 30 Changemaker (Noir Fashion Week)