Less pitch decks, more action — We assemble products that ship
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where we work
INDUSTRY:
Product, Trade & Venture
location:
Asia | Americas
Pulling people, products, and factories together to build brands that are wonderful, useful, and quietly ambitious
where we work
INDUSTRY:
Product, Trade & Venture
location:
Asia | Americas
Pulling people, products, and factories together to build brands that are wonderful, useful, and quietly ambitious
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Sembl is an independent product and trade studio working between Asia and North America, developing brands and businesses focused on products for the places we live in, the spaces around them, and the things we use every day
Sembl is an independent product and trade studio working between Asia and North America, developing brands and businesses focused on products for the places we live in, the spaces around them, and the things we use every daySembl is an independent product and trade studio working between Asia and North America, developing brands and businesses focused on products for the places we live in, the spaces around them, and the things we use every day
Sembl is an independent product and trade studio working between Asia and North America, developing brands and businesses focused on products for the places we live in, the spaces around them, and the things we use every daySembl is an independent product and trade studio working between Asia and North America, developing brands and businesses focused on products for the places we live in, the spaces around them, and the things we use every day
Sembl is an independent product and trade studio working between Asia and North America, developing brands and businesses focused on products for the places we live in, the spaces around them, and the things we use every day02
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We love the things you hate
Sembl moves quietly. Most projects begin as conversations with dreamers, operators, or manufacturers who want to do something specific. Enter a new market, stand up a new brand, or move from OEM to owning the relationship with the customer.
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market research
We go beyond “nice-to-know” and focus on decision-grade insight that you can act on next week, not next year. Every finding is translated into clear moves for your product roadmap, messaging, and sales playbook so nothing dies in an idea.
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DataBeforeDrama
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SurveySays
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market research
We go beyond “nice-to-know” and focus on decision-grade insight that you can act on next week, not next year. Every finding is translated into clear moves for your product roadmap, messaging, and sales playbook so nothing dies in an idea.
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DataBeforeDrama
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SurveySays
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market research
We go beyond “nice-to-know” and focus on decision-grade insight that you can act on next week, not next year. Every finding is translated into clear moves for your product roadmap, messaging, and sales playbook so nothing dies in an idea.
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DataBeforeDrama
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SurveySays
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product design
We start with the problem, not the feature list, then co-design solutions with the people who will actually make them. From early concepts to final prototypes, we stress-test usability, value, and differentiation before you commit. The result is product design that feels obvious to your customer and scary to your competitors.
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BuiltForHumans
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PixelsToProducts
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product design
We start with the problem, not the feature list, then co-design solutions with the people who will actually make them. From early concepts to final prototypes, we stress-test usability, value, and differentiation before you commit. The result is product design that feels obvious to your customer and scary to your competitors.
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BuiltForHumans
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PixelsToProducts
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product design
We start with the problem, not the feature list, then co-design solutions with the people who will actually make them. From early concepts to final prototypes, we stress-test usability, value, and differentiation before you commit. The result is product design that feels obvious to your customer and scary to your competitors.
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BuiltForHumans
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PixelsToProducts
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sourcing & manufacturing
We help you stand up a resilient supply base instead of a fragile chain of cheapest bids. That means qualifying the right partners, tightening specs and tolerances, and building in clear SLAs so quality is repeatable, not a one-off win. You get cost control, predictable lead times, and a production engine that can actually keep up with demand.
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MakersGonnaMake
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BuiltNotBought
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sourcing & manufacturing
We help you stand up a resilient supply base instead of a fragile chain of cheapest bids. That means qualifying the right partners, tightening specs and tolerances, and building in clear SLAs so quality is repeatable, not a one-off win. You get cost control, predictable lead times, and a production engine that can actually keep up with demand.
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MakersGonnaMake
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BuiltNotBought
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sourcing & manufacturing
We help you stand up a resilient supply base instead of a fragile chain of cheapest bids. That means qualifying the right partners, tightening specs and tolerances, and building in clear SLAs so quality is repeatable, not a one-off win. You get cost control, predictable lead times, and a production engine that can actually keep up with demand.
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MakersGonnaMake
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BuiltNotBought
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logistics
We treat logistics as a strategic lever, not an afterthought once everything is already late. We map your end-to-end flow, identify the real bottlenecks, and redesign for shorter lead times, fewer handoffs, and better on-time performance. The outcome is a cleaner network that your team can manage without heroics.
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LogisticsLegends
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logistics
We treat logistics as a strategic lever, not an afterthought once everything is already late. We map your end-to-end flow, identify the real bottlenecks, and redesign for shorter lead times, fewer handoffs, and better on-time performance. The outcome is a cleaner network that your team can manage without heroics.
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LogisticsLegends
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logistics
We treat logistics as a strategic lever, not an afterthought once everything is already late. We map your end-to-end flow, identify the real bottlenecks, and redesign for shorter lead times, fewer handoffs, and better on-time performance. The outcome is a cleaner network that your team can manage without heroics.
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LogisticsLegends
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WHY CHOOSE sembl®
Our advantages come down to moving fast, owning the whole journey, and delivering impact you can measure. You work directly with operator-level experts who understand how decisions play out on the ground
OUR ADVANTAGES
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Speed &
Clarity
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Speed &
Clarity
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Speed &
Clarity
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End‑to‑End
Execution
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End‑to‑End
Execution
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End‑to‑End
Execution
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Operator‑Level
Expertise
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Operator‑Level
Expertise
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Operator‑Level
Expertise
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Measurable Business
Impact
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Measurable Business
Impact
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Measurable Business
Impact
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kookabe
By keeping design clean and the construction smart, Kookabe delivers the details that usually push you into “aspirational” territory—powder‑coated frames, resilient fabrics, thoughtful joinery—at a number that still leaves room for a vacation
Date:
2025
Date:
2025
Date:
2025
Industry:
Retail & E-commerce
Industry:
Retail & E-commerce
Industry:
Retail & E-commerce
Challenge:
Large MOQ over a large design set
Challenge:
Large MOQ over a large design set
Challenge:
Large MOQ over a large design set
Sometimes that means sourcing, packaging, and compliance work. Sometimes it means brand, channel strategy, and go-to-market. Often it is a mix of all of the above, done in small, testable steps.
Sometimes that means sourcing, packaging, and compliance work. Sometimes it means brand, channel strategy, and go-to-market. Often it is a mix of all of the above, done in small, testable steps.Sometimes that means sourcing, packaging, and compliance work. Sometimes it means brand, channel strategy, and go-to-market. Often it is a mix of all of the above, done in small, testable steps.
Sometimes that means sourcing, packaging, and compliance work. Sometimes it means brand, channel strategy, and go-to-market. Often it is a mix of all of the above, done in small, testable steps.
Sometimes that means sourcing, packaging, and compliance work. Sometimes it means brand, channel strategy, and go-to-market. Often it is a mix of all of the above, done in small, testable steps.
Sometimes that means sourcing, packaging, and compliance work. Sometimes it means brand, channel strategy, and go-to-market. Often it is a mix of all of the above, done in small, testable steps.Faster decisons
Faster decisons
Faster decisons
Less Stress
Less Stress
Less Stress
Better ROI on your time
Better ROI on your time
Better ROI on your time
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Easy first step
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Easy first step
Think big, start small
Unreasonably serious about making stuff
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The team
oporations
"The Boss"
20 years | Design & Fabrication
Dreamer
Team Bulder
Small Tasks
oporations
"The Boss"
20 years | Design & Fabrication
Dreamer
Team Bulder
Small Tasks
Brand
"The Cook"
15 Years | brand + Desiign
pixie dust
in office
spotify tunes
Brand
"The Cook"
15 Years | brand + Desiign
pixie dust
in office
spotify tunes
Product + Logistics
"The oracle"
15 Years | supply chain & logistics
organization
excel sheets
social things
Product + Logistics
"The oracle"
15 Years | supply chain & logistics
organization
excel sheets
social things
everything else
"The Twins"
literally - everything else
the task
the thing
+ more
everything else
"The Twins"
literally - everything else
the task
the thing
+ more
oporations
"The Boss"
20 years | Design & Fabrication
Dreamer
Team Bulder
Small Tasks
Brand
"The Cook"
15 Years | brand + Desiign
pixie dust
in office
spotify tunes
Product + Logistics
"The oracle"
15 Years | supply chain & logistics
organization
excel sheets
social things
everything else
"The Twins"
literally - everything else
the task
the thing
+ more
Sembl does a small number of things with a small number of people. If you are a dreamer, oporator or manufacturer who wants to build something specific, send a note.
Sembl does a small number of things with a small number of people. If you are a dreamer, oporator or manufacturer who wants to build something specific, send a note.
DEDICATED TO YOUR GROWTH worldwide
Ken Sharpe
Founder & coffee addict
Sembl Group is led by Ken Sharpe, an entrepreneur and founder with experience in design and fabrication, import/export, and brand building across North America. Ken splits his time between Asia and North America to stay close to both factories and markets. He has studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business and has spent the last several years building ventures that sit at the intersection of supply chains and brand.
Sembl Group is led by Ken Sharpe, an entrepreneur and founder with experience in design and fabrication, import/export, and brand building across North America. Ken splits his time between Asia and North America to stay close to both factories and markets. He has studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business and has spent the last several years building ventures that sit at the intersection of supply chains and brand.Companies we have founded — Or worked with
Past projects
AL13
2025
Founder | AL13® is a leading innovator of patented aluminum cladding systems. AL13® has an extensive North American dealer network with over 200+ dealer locations. AL13® turned a proprietary service into a premium product.
Read more
Read more
Diamond Stairs
2025
Design & Fabrication | The universal cantilevered stair kit provides a sleek, modern solution for a wide range of installation scenarios and construction types. This benchmark design kit exemplifies our commitment to combining modern design with functionality.
Read more
Read more
Supermod
2025
Founder | Supermod redefined construction with a steel framing system. We’re talking CNC computer aided tech for producing cold-formed steel frames across all our projects. we’re delivering cost-effective solutions that don’t just meet standards—they set new ones.
Read more
Read more
Kookabe
2025
Founder | Kookabe: dont be boring. We design usable housewares and outdoor furniture that make your space feel less “hotel lobby” with pieces that are relaxed, durable, and made to live in, not just looked at.
Read more
Read more
kafe
2025
Norse Star Collective came to us before peak season with a simple request: remove the busywork that slows support and frustrates customers. Weekly reporting also ate half a day and rarely arrived in time to guide decisions.
Read more
Read more
SMPL
2024
Norse Star Collective came to us before peak season with a simple request: remove the busywork that slows support and frustrates customers. Weekly reporting also ate half a day and rarely arrived in time to guide decisions.
Read more
Read more
Ken Sharpe
Founder & coffee addict
Sembl Group is led by Ken Sharpe, an entrepreneur and founder with experience in design and fabrication, import/export, and brand building across North America. Ken splits his time between Asia and North America to stay close to both factories and markets. He has studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business and has spent the last several years building ventures that sit at the intersection of supply chains and brand.
Sembl Group is led by Ken Sharpe, an entrepreneur and founder with experience in design and fabrication, import/export, and brand building across North America. Ken splits his time between Asia and North America to stay close to both factories and markets. He has studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business and has spent the last several years building ventures that sit at the intersection of supply chains and brand.Companies we have founded — Or worked with
Past projects
AL13
2025
Founder | AL13® is a leading innovator of patented aluminum cladding systems. AL13® has an extensive North American dealer network with over 200+ dealer locations. AL13® turned a proprietary service into a premium product.
Read more
Read more
Diamond Stairs
2025
Design & Fabrication | The universal cantilevered stair kit provides a sleek, modern solution for a wide range of installation scenarios and construction types. This benchmark design kit exemplifies our commitment to combining modern design with functionality.
Read more
Read more
Supermod
2025
Founder | Supermod redefined construction with a steel framing system. We’re talking CNC computer aided tech for producing cold-formed steel frames across all our projects. we’re delivering cost-effective solutions that don’t just meet standards—they set new ones.
Read more
Read more
Kookabe
2025
Founder | Kookabe: dont be boring. We design usable housewares and outdoor furniture that make your space feel less “hotel lobby” with pieces that are relaxed, durable, and made to live in, not just looked at.
Read more
Read more
kafe
2025
Norse Star Collective came to us before peak season with a simple request: remove the busywork that slows support and frustrates customers. Weekly reporting also ate half a day and rarely arrived in time to guide decisions.
Read more
Read more
SMPL
2024
Norse Star Collective came to us before peak season with a simple request: remove the busywork that slows support and frustrates customers. Weekly reporting also ate half a day and rarely arrived in time to guide decisions.
Read more
Read more
Ken Sharpe
Founder & coffee addict
Sembl Group is led by Ken Sharpe, an entrepreneur and founder with experience in design and fabrication, import/export, and brand building across North America. Ken splits his time between Asia and North America to stay close to both factories and markets. He has studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business and has spent the last several years building ventures that sit at the intersection of supply chains and brand.
Sembl Group is led by Ken Sharpe, an entrepreneur and founder with experience in design and fabrication, import/export, and brand building across North America. Ken splits his time between Asia and North America to stay close to both factories and markets. He has studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business and has spent the last several years building ventures that sit at the intersection of supply chains and brand.Companies we have founded — Or worked with
AL13
2025
Founder | AL13® is a leading innovator of patented aluminum cladding systems. AL13® has an extensive North American dealer network with over 200+ dealer locations. AL13® turned a proprietary service into a premium product.
Read more
Read more
Diamond Stairs
2025
Design & Fabrication | The universal cantilevered stair kit provides a sleek, modern solution for a wide range of installation scenarios and construction types. This benchmark design kit exemplifies our commitment to combining modern design with functionality.
Read more
Read more
Supermod
2025
Founder | Supermod redefined construction with a steel framing system. We’re talking CNC computer aided tech for producing cold-formed steel frames across all our projects. we’re delivering cost-effective solutions that don’t just meet standards—they set new ones.
Read more
Read more
Kookabe
2025
Founder | Kookabe: dont be boring. We design usable housewares and outdoor furniture that make your space feel less “hotel lobby” with pieces that are relaxed, durable, and made to live in, not just looked at.
Read more
Read more
kafe
2025
Norse Star Collective came to us before peak season with a simple request: remove the busywork that slows support and frustrates customers. Weekly reporting also ate half a day and rarely arrived in time to guide decisions.
Read more
Read more
SMPL
2024
Norse Star Collective came to us before peak season with a simple request: remove the busywork that slows support and frustrates customers. Weekly reporting also ate half a day and rarely arrived in time to guide decisions.
Read more
Read more
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FAQ
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Cool website - Now what?
Send us a note with what you want and what’s broken. We’ll give you an unvarnished take on what’s possible, what’s a fantasy, and the shortest path to a product that actually makes you money - not just compliments.
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Can I meet "The Twins"
We have never even met the twins. Called in when it has to be quiet, clean, and right the first time. minimal chatter, maximum precision, and no loose ends when they’re done. Every angle mapped, every ‘what if’ covered, so the execution looks effortless
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When should I start?
"What you want, the product you seek, is on the other side of the work you’re avoiding"
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Do you take on any project?
No. We don’t take on any work. If we’re going to do this, we need to be as obsessed with your idea as you are. If we don’t feel that, you should fire us before you hire us. This is a partnership, not a vending machine - if we’re not both a little in love and a little scared, it’s a bad fit.
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this sounds expensive... Is it expensive?
Well, it’s not free. But it’s a lot cheaper than spending a year flailing around, duct‑taping solutions together while you watch your bank account slowly bleed out from avoidable mistakes. You can pay a bit up front for a real process, or you can pay a lot more in tuition to the school of “let’s see what happens.”
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Cool website - Now what?
Send us a note with what you want and what’s broken. We’ll give you an unvarnished take on what’s possible, what’s a fantasy, and the shortest path to a product that actually makes you money - not just compliments.
02
Can I meet "The Twins"
We have never even met the twins. Called in when it has to be quiet, clean, and right the first time. minimal chatter, maximum precision, and no loose ends when they’re done. Every angle mapped, every ‘what if’ covered, so the execution looks effortless
03
When should I start?
"What you want, the product you seek, is on the other side of the work you’re avoiding"
04
Do you take on any project?
No. We don’t take on any work. If we’re going to do this, we need to be as obsessed with your idea as you are. If we don’t feel that, you should fire us before you hire us. This is a partnership, not a vending machine - if we’re not both a little in love and a little scared, it’s a bad fit.
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this sounds expensive... Is it expensive?
Well, it’s not free. But it’s a lot cheaper than spending a year flailing around, duct‑taping solutions together while you watch your bank account slowly bleed out from avoidable mistakes. You can pay a bit up front for a real process, or you can pay a lot more in tuition to the school of “let’s see what happens.”
01
Cool website - Now what?
Send us a note with what you want and what’s broken. We’ll give you an unvarnished take on what’s possible, what’s a fantasy, and the shortest path to a product that actually makes you money - not just compliments.
02
Can I meet "The Twins"
We have never even met the twins. Called in when it has to be quiet, clean, and right the first time. minimal chatter, maximum precision, and no loose ends when they’re done. Every angle mapped, every ‘what if’ covered, so the execution looks effortless
03
When should I start?
"What you want, the product you seek, is on the other side of the work you’re avoiding"
04
Do you take on any project?
No. We don’t take on any work. If we’re going to do this, we need to be as obsessed with your idea as you are. If we don’t feel that, you should fire us before you hire us. This is a partnership, not a vending machine - if we’re not both a little in love and a little scared, it’s a bad fit.
04
this sounds expensive... Is it expensive?
Well, it’s not free. But it’s a lot cheaper than spending a year flailing around, duct‑taping solutions together while you watch your bank account slowly bleed out from avoidable mistakes. You can pay a bit up front for a real process, or you can pay a lot more in tuition to the school of “let’s see what happens.”
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Get in touch
Whether you have questions or just want to explore options, we’re here.
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Get in touch
Whether you have questions or just want to explore options, we’re here.
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Get in touch
Whether you have questions or just want to explore options, we’re here.