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Creme Maison announces strategic partnership and expansion plans

By Wei Zhang
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Singapore-based bakery Creme Maison announces partnership between two young Gen-Y entrepreneurs, Ms Angeline Ng and Ms Serene Tan. Founded in 2014 by Ms Angeline Ng, Creme Maison has gained a cult following for its signature floral cupcake bouquet, which is crafted entirely out of buttercream. Constantly pushing the boundaries with bold, innovative flavours such as bestsellers Matcha Salted Egg, Raspberry Lychee Rose and Earl Grey Lavendar, the brand places a strong emphasis on using only fresh premium ingredients.

The synergistic partnership between the two came about when Serene embarked on a blind cake tasting spree to find the best tasting cakes in Singapore. What began as a casual meeting evolved into a partnership with plans to expand and introduce the brand to the Taiwanese market. Coupled with her experience from franchising popular dessert chain Dazzling Café, Serene saw immense potential in the Taiwanese market for a bakery with a unique concept such as Creme Maison’s, and believes that it will be well received in Taiwan.

Bringing to the table her experience with supply chain management and process implementation, Serene will be responsible for the business side of the partnership and will be establishing a strong local headquarters and developing processes to increase productivity.

Locally, plans are currently underway for Creme Maison’s central kitchen, which will be ready in the third quarter of 2017. The central kitchen is expected to increase productivity to meet the growing demands locally.

The brains behind Creme Maison’s creations and bold flavours, Angeline is responsible for spearheading the brand’s R&D efforts. Angeline hopes to excite consumers with new interesting flavours, as well as introduce options for the health-conscious, and consumers with allergies. “Cakes are for joyous occasions, and we want to be able to share the experience with everyone, whether you are gluten intolerant, or have any dietary restrictions, in exchange for big smiles and contented hearts,” said Angeline.

With plans to expand regionally, Creme Maison not only has its sights set on Taiwan, but has plans to further expand its international presence in other parts of Asia within the next two years. Besides expanding the business through bespoke customised cake and wedding orders, the brand hopes to introduce new to market features such as unique and interactive user experience to consumers, as well as investing in a strong team for R&D and product innovation.

Questions & Answers

Q.

What is Serene Tan's specific role within the new partnership?

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Ms Tan will manage the business aspects, including supply chain management and process implementation. She will also establish a local headquarters and develop processes to boost productivity for the brand.

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Why did Creme Maison choose Taiwan for its first international expansion?

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Serene Tan identified Taiwan's potential, having experience from Dazzling Café franchising, and believes a unique concept like Creme Maison's will be well received there. She found the brand during a blind cake tasting spree.

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What specific plans does Creme Maison have to increase local productivity and meet demand?

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Creme Maison is developing a central kitchen locally, which is anticipated to be operational in the third quarter of 2017. This facility aims to boost productivity to fulfil growing local demand.

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How does Creme Maison plan to cater to consumers with dietary restrictions?

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Angeline Ng, responsible for R&D, plans to introduce new options for the health-conscious and those with allergies. This includes options for people who are gluten intolerant or have other dietary restrictions.

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