Background
Ellington Pens is a premium writing instruments brand operating in a highly competitive Amazon category dominated by legacy brands and aggressive advertisers.
When we began working together in June, the brand had strong product fundamentals, solid reviews, and clear demand—but growth had stalled. Monthly revenue hovered at approximately $70K, while net profit averaged around $15K. Despite steady sales, the account lacked the systems required to scale efficiently and defensibly.
At that time:
- Advertising lacked a clear performance hierarchy and expansion cadence
- Keyword coverage was limited relative to total category demand
- Secondary products were underfunded despite showing promising conversion metrics
- Listings were not fully optimized for modern Amazon SEO or conversion
- No Lightning Deals, price discounts, or advanced promotional strategies were in place
Ellington had the foundation of a strong brand—but not the growth engine to unlock its full potential.



