Services
Consulting Services & Expertise
Transforming Meat Businesses and Training Programs from the Inside Out
Range® Inc. began in Fulton Market — Chicago’s legendary meatpacking district — and has been a trusted partner to the meat industry since 2002. We specialize in results-driven solutions for butcher shops, meat education programs, and farm-to-table operations across North America.
Led by Kari Underly — a nationally recognized meat expert, award- nominated author, journeyman meat cutter, and entrepreneur — we bring decades of real-world knowledge to every project. Our team is known for its creative thinking, hands-on training methods, and one clear mission: to help you turn your meat business or training program into a high-performing, profitable operation.
🎯 Book a complimentary 15-minute call to explore how we can help
Butcher Shop Services
⦿ Initial Observations & Business Audit
⦿ Inventory & Equipment Review
⦿ Workflow & Labor Cost Analysis
⦿ Record-Keeping & Profitability Evaluation
⦿ Product Forecasting & Merchandising Strategy
⦿ Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
⦿ Competitive Market Review
⦿ Financial Review & Growth Recommendations
⦿ Staff Training: Cutting, Service, Sales
⦿ The Art of Butchery™ Hands-On Intensives
LMS & Curriculum Development
⦿ Custom Learning Management System (LMS) development
⦿ Blended learning models with online + hands-on components
⦿ Curriculum licensing for schools, workforce programs, and training
centers
⦿ Course development including retail ID, primal cuts, merchandising, and
food safety
⦿ Spanish-language curriculum and bilingual tools for expanding access
⦿ Train-the-trainer systems and implementation support
On-Site Training & Apprenticeship Programs
⦿ Meat Merchandiser and Cutter Training
⦿ Case Layouts & Planograms
⦿ Retail ID & Utilization Strategy
⦿ Custom Apprenticeship Program Development
Why Work With Us
⦿ Real-World Expertise: Kari Underly has spent her career on the cutting
floor, in the boardroom, and across butcher counters nationwide.
⦿ Proven Track Record: We've helped clients boost margins, train teams, and
launch new training and retail programs.
⦿ Creative + Practical: You get actionable plans, hands-on support, and tools
that work.
⦿ Values-Driven: We believe in preserving craft, supporting agriculture, and
building resilient food systems.
⦿ Award-Nominated Author: Kari’s book, The Art of Beef Cutting, is a trusted
guide in butcher shops and classrooms alike.
Looking for…
Better utilization and higher margins?
Staff who know what they’re doing and why?
A compelling butcher shop experience that drives repeat sales?
An expert-led curriculum for your school or training center?
Bilingual training to reach more learners?
Speaking & Workshops
Kari Underly brings energy, expertise, and unforgettable stories to every stage. Known for blending sharp industry insight with humor and hands-on knowledge, Kari’s keynotes, lectures, and workshops leave audiences inspired, educated, and entertained.
Whether at industry conferences, culinary schools, or corporate training events, Kari connects with butchers, chefs, retailers, and food professionals alike — helping them see the craft and business of meat in new, practical ways.
If you’re looking for a dynamic speaker who can teach, motivate, and keep your audience engaged from start to finish, Kari delivers.
Option 1 (Energetic & Fun)
“Kari Underly: where butchery meets business — smart, funny, and unforgettable.”
Option 2 (Professional & Inspiring)
“Entertaining, educational, and empowering — Kari leaves every audience inspired to think differently about meat.”
Option 3 (Punchy & Promotional)
“From meat cutters to CEOs, Kari Underly brings laughter, learning, and lasting impact to every stage.
