Tomboy Tools are just that—tools for women who want to do their own home improvement and repair projects. Friends Sue Wilson, Mary Tatum, and Janet Rickstrew, all of Denver, Colorado, were concerned that the tools they used for home repair projects were designed for men, not women. So they started Tomboy Tools to “empower women through hands-on education, quality tools, and … an internal culture that supports women and teaches them to feel confident using tools….” What is most interesting is how the products are sold—exclusively at in-home workshops led by Tomboy Tools’ independent sales representatives. Instead of Tupperware or cosmetics, guests see basic home  repair tools in action and learn simple home repair and improvement techniques. The company’s founders chose the in-home approach to market their products because of its proven success with consumers, particularly women.  

Question 1 What are the advantages and disadvantages of the in-home method of selling Tomboy Tools?
Question 2 What other channels of distribution might Tomboy Tools use?
Question 3 What do you think about the name “Tomboy Tools”?