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Find the Right Shopify Consultant

Most people looking for a Shopify consultant have one decision in front of them: whether to move to Plus, open a wholesale channel, launch in a second country or cut back an app stack nobody planned. The right hire depends on which of those it is.

This page lists all 781 experts on shopexperts who offer consulting and strategy work (September 2026). If your question is specific, a specialist page gets you there faster. Ecommerce and business strategy handles growth plans and priorities, Shopify Plus consulting handles the upgrade decision and Plus architecture, and wholesale and B2B, international expansion, and product development and sourcing each have a page of their own.

Consulting means advice and scoping. Building what gets recommended is a separate job for developers and agencies, even when one firm offers both. Browse the full list below, or go straight to the specialist that matches your decision.

Top-rated Shopify consultants across every specialism

Power Commerce
PC
AgencyWashington, United StatesFrom $750
Not yet rated
shopexpertsscore
55

Power Commerce is a Shopify-focused commerce and growth agency with 12+ years of experience delivering scalable builds, complex migrations, and performance optimization for high-growth and enterprise brands. Our team has led and supported Shopify projects for globally recognized brands including Dr Squatch, TULA, Natura Brasil, Condé Nast, and Martha Stewart. We specialize in Shopify architecture, Shopify Plus, custom app development, theme and UX optimization, CRO, analytics, and AI-enabled workflows. Power Commerce partners with brands as a long-term technical and growth team, focused on reliability, scale, and measurable results.

Offered services
Consulting & Strategy
Store Setup & Management
Marketing & Growth
AI & Emerging Tech
Copywriting & Content
Michael Wallbaum
MW
Technical ArchitectWashington, United StatesFrom $1500
5.00(1 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
35

I fix wholesale operations for coffee roasters and CPG brands on Shopify. Most wholesale runs on customer tags, spreadsheets and email reorders until it stops scaling. I set up proper company accounts with per-account pricing that applies automatically at checkout, real net terms, and a reorder flow your accounts use themselves, so your team stops hand-entering orders. Recent work: a Philadelphia-area coffee roaster moved ~40 wholesale accounts onto company pricing, with automated wholesale-versus-retail delivery rules at checkout. Another roaster runs 240+ wholesale accounts through the system we built. Typical engagement is a wholesale setup on your existing store, then ongoing support as your wholesale grows. I'm not the right fit for one-off theme work or open-ended custom builds.

Offered services
Consulting & Strategy
Shopify Development
Operations, Logistics & Fulfillment

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Cameron Lee
CL
Ecommerce StrategistWashington, United StatesFrom $500
5.00(3 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
35

I work with founder-led e-commerce brands as a strategic finance partner, helping bring clarity to pricing, profitability, cash flow, and growth decisions. I’m not a traditional fractional CFO—and that’s intentional. Most e-commerce founders know their revenue. Far fewer truly understand where they’re making money, where they’re losing it, and what to do next. Before doing this work, I was a brand owner myself. I’ve sat in the same seat, made the same tradeoffs, and felt the same pressure that comes with trying to grow without breaking the business. That experience shapes how I show up for clients. A lot of the value I provide doesn’t live in spreadsheets. It comes from helping founders think through tough, often messy decisions with real numbers behind them—and without feeling like they’re doing it alone. Some of the ways I typically help: • Understanding true contribution margin by product and sales channel • Pricing and unit-economics decisions that actually improve profitability • Setting realistic ROAS and CPA targets that align with cash flow • Forecasting and planning so surprises are minimized • Acting as a sounding board as the business scales and decisions get heavier I don’t replace your bookkeeper or accountant. I help make sure the numbers are structured in a way that’s actually useful—and then help translate them into clear, actionable decisions. I try to be direct, accessible, and generous with my time and perspective. The best work happens when founders feel comfortable asking real questions and having honest conversations. Best fit: founder-led e-commerce brands doing meaningful volume who want clarity, confidence, and a true thought partner—not just reports.

Offered services
Consulting & Strategy
Finance, Taxes & Compliance
Operations, Logistics & Fulfillment
Kareem Raslan
KR
Growth ConsultantLondon, United KingdomFrom $250
Not yet rated
shopexpertsscore
30

I help Shopify & DTC brands fix unit economics, cashflow, and operational complexity - especially when scaling into the EU & UK. I’m an EU-based founder and operator with hands-on experience building and scaling a physical-product brand across 30+ countries via Shopify Plus and Amazon. I co-founded BrainGain, a home fitness brand that grew from a garage startup into an 8-figure, multi-market business serving 100,000+ customers. My experience spans the unglamorous but critical parts of scale: unit economics, pricing & VAT, sourcing, 3PLs, cross-border fulfilment, working capital, and marketplace vs DTC trade-offs. Today, I advise Shopify brands - particularly US-based founders expanding into Europe - on how to grow profitably, not just quickly. Most clients come to me when revenue is growing but margins, cashflow, or ops are breaking underneath the surface. My approach is practical and experience-led, focused on clarity, focus, and execution - helping founders double down on what works and avoid the distractions that quietly destroy margin.

Offered services
Consulting & Strategy
Operations, Logistics & Fulfillment
Finance, Taxes & Compliance
ShopiCraft | Shopify Agency
S|
AgencyDublin, IrelandFrom $250
5.00(14 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
90

ShopiCraft | A Boutique Agency, Founded by a Former Shopify Employee I'm Daniel, and together with my co-founder Daulet, we run ShopiCraft — a boutique Shopify agency focused on solving the technical problems other developers won't touch. I spent years inside Shopify before going independent. Daulet brings 10 years of full-stack development experience from one of Europe's leading energy firms. Together, we help merchants turn their Shopify stores from basic storefronts into reliable revenue machines. We specialize in the technical work that sits between "good enough" and "actually scalable" — the custom apps, integrations, and automations that make your store work the way your business actually needs it to. What We Do: Custom App Development: Bespoke Shopify apps (public and private) built to solve specific workflow problems your business has outgrown. API Integrations: Complex third-party connections, ERP syncs, warehouse management systems, and custom data flows that need to just work. Store Builds & Redesigns: Full theme development, migrations, and rebuilds for brands ready to level up their storefront. Technical Consulting & Audits: Store performance reviews, app stack optimization, and strategic guidance on scaling your technical infrastructure. Automation & Workflows: Shopify Flow implementations, inventory systems, order routing, and multi-location logic that eliminate manual work. Training & Mentorship: Hands-on guidance for in-house teams learning to manage Shopify more effectively. How we work: Daulet handles all custom and public app development — the deep technical builds that require serious engineering. I handle client strategy, audits, consultations, store builds, and anything client-facing. This division means you get both: a developer who can actually build what you need, and a consultant who understands your business well enough to recommend the right solution. We work with brands that are either: Scaling quickly and need technical infrastructure that won't break under pressure Stuck with a Shopify setup that's actively holding back growth Tired of developers who disappear after delivery or agencies that can't execute custom work Our approach is different: We don't "sell" packages or push unnecessary apps. We diagnose what's actually broken, scope solutions honestly, and build things that last. No fluff, no vendor lock-in, no recurring retainers unless the work genuinely requires it. ShopiCraft is a boutique agency — which means you're working directly with the people who'll build your solution, not account managers reading from scripts. We focus on finding the most efficient, creative solutions to your specific pain points. If your developer ghosted you, your agency said "that's not possible," or you're pretty sure your store could do more but don't know where to start — that's exactly what we're here for. We're based in Dublin and Kazakhstan, working with Shopify and Shopify Plus merchants globally. Let's fix what's broken and build what's missing. 🔧

Offered services
Consulting & Strategy
Store Setup & Management
Shopify Development
Insight Matters
IM
AgencyWashington, United StatesFrom $1000
Not yet rated
shopexpertsscore
20

Fractional CFO and Accounting for 7&8 figure eCommerce businesses. Our team of 20+ experts helps you grow faster & more profitable. We specialize in multi channel eCom brands with books in Finaloop, QBO, Xero or Netsuite.

Offered services
Consulting & Strategy
Finance, Taxes & Compliance
Rubens Ferner
RF
CRO SpecialistWashington, United StatesFrom $2499
Not yet rated
shopexpertsscore
30

Hi! My name is Rubens and I have 6+ years of experience with Shopify. I have generated at this point $7.5M for my clients with CRO, A/B testing and funnels. I’d love to chat more with you!

Offered services
Consulting & Strategy
Marketing & Growth
Barrett Ahern
BA
Shopify Markets ExpertLondon, United KingdomFrom $250
Not yet rated
shopexpertsscore
45

Barrett Ahern is a London-based eCommerce consultant and Shopify Plus expert specializing in high-growth strategy for luxury fashion and beauty brands. As a senior strategist at Vervaunt, a Shopify Platinum Partner agency, Barrett Ahern directs enterprise-level eCommerce strategy and international expansion for global luxury brands, leveraging deep platform expertise to drive scalable commercial impact. Barrett’s unique perspective focuses on bridging the gap between technical implementation and commercial impact, helping enterprise brands like LVMH and Karl Lagerfeld navigate complex digital transformations. Core Services Fractional eCommerce Leadership: Providing high-level operational rigor and strategic oversight for enterprise brands seeking "Head of eCommerce" expertise without the full-time overhead. International Expansion & Market Entry: Expert strategy for global growth, specializing in Shopify Markets and cross-border expansion store architecture. eCommerce Strategy: Comprehensive digital product roadmapping, focusing on luxury-sector re-platforming, migrations, and performance optimization. Why Work With Barrett? Verified Expertise: Backed by Professional-level certifications in International Expansion and advanced technical project management. Industry-Recognized: His strategic POV is frequently cited by industry leaders at organizations including Shopify Plus and Vervaunt. Deep Niche Focus: Specialist in the unique requirements of luxury fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands.

Offered services
Consulting & Strategy
Natascia Taken
NT
Shopify ConsultantWashington, United StatesFrom $400
Not yet rated
shopexpertsscore
35

I help Shopify brands avoid legal headaches, like FTC or FDA enforcement, or risk of litigation. From product pages to influencer campaigns, I give practical, business-first legal guidance that keeps you compliant without slowing you down.

Offered services
Consulting & Strategy
YourStoreMatters
Y
AgencyBrussels, BelgiumFrom $500
4.97(17 reviews)
shopexpertsscore
95

YourStoreMatters: The Shopify Growth Agency for Ambitious Brands. We help established brands scale their revenue on Shopify and Shopify Plus. We don't just build stores; we build systems that sell. Our focus is simple: High-Converting Design + Automated Customer Retention. How We Help You Grow: Shopify Store Builds: We design fast, premium stores that are easy for your team to manage. No messy code, just a stable foundation for growth. Email & SMS Marketing: As Klaviyo Master Silver Partners, we turn your email list into a consistent revenue engine (usually 30%+ of total sales) using automated flows and segmentation. Subscriptions & Loyalty: We implement Recharge and Love Loyalty to turn one-time buyers into recurring subscribers. Pain-Free Migrations: We handle the complex move from Magento, WooCommerce, or older Shopify themes so you don't lose data or rankings. Why Merchants Trust Us: We operate as your long-term partner, not a one-off freelancer. We are obsessed with your ROI, your site speed, and your customer's experience. Our Certified Tech Stack: We are official experts in the tools that power modern ecommerce: Growth: Klaviyo, Omnisend Apps: Recharge, Judge.me, Loox, Shopify Flow Themes: Specialized in customizing premium themes like Horizon, Archetype & Out of the Sandbox Themes. VERIFIED PARTNER PROFILE: Shopify · Klaviyo Master Silver · Rebuy Bronze · Recharge · Trustpilot · Judgeme · LoyaltyLion · TextYess Elite

Offered services
Consulting & Strategy
Store Setup & Management
Shopify Development
Marketing & Growth
Operations, Logistics & Fulfillment

How to choose a Shopify store consultant

Write the decision as a question with a date. "Should we open wholesale accounts before next spring?" gets you proposals you can compare. "Help us grow" gets you three different engagements at three different prices, and if you can't phrase the question yet, a short paid call to shape it is the right first purchase.

Hire for the decision, not the job title. Anyone can call themselves a consultant. Someone sharp on paid acquisition may know little about trade terms, and a Plus architect may never have built a margin model, so use a specialist page when the question sits in one area and this full list when it spans several.

Ask what a past client decided. Workshops run and decks delivered describe effort, not value, so ask for the question, the recommendation and whether the client acted on it. A consultant worth hiring can also describe advice a client turned down, and why.

Name who will carry out the answer. A recommendation to change your fulfilment model goes nowhere if your operations lead never met the consultant. List the people who will act on the plan and make sure the consultant talks to them during the work, not after it.

Fix the finish line in the proposal. It should state the output (a written recommendation, a working session or a costed plan), the date it arrives and what counts as done. Ongoing advice should say how often you meet and what you receive each month.

Treat an early retainer as a warning. A consultant who proposes monthly fees before the first piece of work, gives firm answers before seeing a single report, or talks about other brands' results instead of asking about yours is selling a relationship, not an answer.

Match the decision to the right specialist

Most consulting questions sit inside one specialism. Start from the decision you're facing:

- A growth plan and priorities for the next few quarters: ecommerce and business strategy.

- Whether to move to Plus, or how to structure a Plus build: Shopify Plus consulting.

- Selling to trade buyers on account: wholesale and B2B.

- Opening a new country: international expansion strategy.

- A new product line or a change of supplier: product development and sourcing.

- Too many apps and systems that nobody chose on purpose: technology and app stack strategy.

- Senior ownership of ecommerce without a full-time hire: fractional ecommerce leadership.

Some decisions cross two lines, and the brief should say so. Wholesale buyers in a second country raise B2B and expansion questions at once, and customising the storefront and checkout for a B2B market needs the Advanced or Plus plan, so the platform question comes up too.

Consultant or agency? A consultant decides and scopes, and an agency builds, so the consultant's output should be a recommendation plus a brief another team could price. When one firm offers both, ask them to price the advice as its own piece of work, so you can take the plan to other builders if their build quote doesn't suit.

Buying the build before the decision is the costly order to get wrong: you pay for a well-made version of the wrong thing.

How much does Shopify consulting cost?

Consulting is priced by the size of the question more than by the hour, so the ranges are wide. The tiles show typical ranges for the three main kinds of consulting work, taken from our guide to Shopify expert costs:

Strategy consulting

$500 – $15,000

From a one-off review to a full project

Fractional leadership

$3,000 – $15,000

Per month, part-time senior lead

Plus implementation consulting

$5,000 – $50,000+

Platform and architecture decisions

The directory gives a lower anchor. Across the 47 claimed consultant profiles on shopexperts (September 2026), the median published starting price is $680 and the spread runs from $55 to $10,000. A starting price usually buys a call or a narrow review, not a strategy project.

Three things move the figure: how many parts of the business the question touches, how much cleaning your data needs before anyone can analyse it, and whether the consultant stays involved while the plan is carried out. Plus work sits at the top because those decisions shape your architecture for years.

For a quote, send the decision you need made, the date you need it by, and last year's sales reports by month.

What Shopify consulting services cover

Most engagements answer one of the following questions for a Shopify business.

Growth priorities

Which channels, products and customers to back next, judged on your own numbers

Platform and plan

Plus readiness, plan fit and whether a rebuild is justified

Trade and wholesale

Price lists, payment terms and ordering for business buyers

New markets

Which country next, and what it changes in tax, shipping and pricing

Range and supply

New product lines, supplier changes and landed cost

Senior cover

Part-time ecommerce leadership until a full-time hire makes sense

Frequently asked questions about Shopify consulting

Is a Shopify consulting company better than a freelance consultant?

Neither wins by default. Firms do outnumber individuals here, three to one among the first 100 consultant listings on shopexperts (75 agencies, 25 freelancers, September 2026). A firm can put a finance specialist and a platform specialist on the same question, and someone covers when a person is away. A freelancer gives you one senior person from first call to final recommendation. Choose by how many disciplines the decision touches, not by the size of the team.

Which comes first, a consultant or a store audit?

An audit examines the store: where shoppers drop out, which pages and apps slow it down, whether the tracking can be trusted. A consultant helps you decide what to do with the business: which channel, which market, which plan. If sales are falling and nobody knows why, start with an audit. If the facts are clear and the team can't agree on a direction, that's a consulting question.

Does the consultant need to be based in my country?

Not for most strategy work, which runs on calls and shared documents. What matters is experience with your customers' market, because tax, shipping costs, payment habits and seasonality differ by country. Among the first 100 listings on shopexperts (September 2026), 47 are in the United States, 15 in the United Kingdom, 6 in Canada and 5 in Australia. For a new-market decision, look for someone who knows the market you're entering, not only the one you're in.

Can I book a consultant for a single session?

Yes, and for a narrow question it's often the right format. A single session works when you bring the data and a specific choice, such as whether to accept a large retailer's payment terms or which market to test first. It won't answer questions that need someone to work through a year of reports. Ask for a short written summary afterwards, so the advice outlives the call.

What happens once the recommendation is delivered?

You should have something a builder could quote from: the decision, the reasoning behind it and a scoped list of work. Some consultants will also review build quotes against that scope or check progress a few weeks in. Both are worth considering, because plans drift once execution starts. If nobody is lined up to act on the recommendation, hold off on commissioning more advice.