about us

Hi there! Branden Gums here. I'm the owner and sole operator of Finger Lakes Mercantile LLC and I'd like to welcome you to my tiny corner of the internet. This page is more a hybrid between a business page and my personal portfolio.

"So what do you offer?"

A solution to your needs or a direct connection in which to get it.

This business is essentially all of my skills wrapped into a corporation. I've done photography and videography for local theater groups and musicians at the Eastman School of Music. I've built websites, printed photo posters, canvas prints, metal prints, tumblers, ornaments, dog tags, mouse pads, and other sublimatable gift items. I'm a procurer of goods. The proverbial "Radar" to your M.A.S.H.. I have accounts with about 40 some-odd distributors and manufacturers both in the United States and overseas in industries in everything from trinkets to furniture, tactical gear, and medieval armor & weaponry including stage and re-enactment gear. I've located and procured products for health professionals such as massage therapists and chiropractors. My connections are not solely based in the United States, but span across international borders into Europe and Asia. All of this paired with an e-commerce retail shop stocked with a combination of items I make in my own workshop and those created by others.

My products and services offered are fluid and ever expanding with time. While on paper there is no "we" within the entity itself, there is absolutely a "we" behind everything I offer. As a former Movement Control Specialist for the U.S. Army, I have a special place in my heart for logistics and that'll be made especially evident as you do business with me. If I don't do it myself, I find a quality business who does and often times I'm able to obtain those connections at wholesale cost for myself so I can offer those services to you. They make money, I make money, you get what you're looking for all in one place, and everyone's happy.

So the real question becomes: What do you need?

I look forward to answering that question with you.

(Side Note): Web design is currently not something I'm actively offering. But my portfolio, with a few of my projects, is available below for you to view.

"I have been working with Branden for well over a year and I'm so glad I found him! He has been an essential part in helping my business grow by not only creating a website that is user friendly and visually appealing, but he has been able to provide self care tools at an affordable price so I can sell them to my clients. He's patient, and very easy to work with. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for help with their business."

- April B.
Blue Lotus Massage

"I met Branden through a mutual connection. From day one, he has been my swiss army knife. He really does do a little bit of everything. He has created a website for me, edited videos, and completed graphic work. He manages my YouTube page. He taught me things about Photoshop that I didn’t know even after using the program for 20 years. Branden’s work is impeccable, and he is a genuinely nice guy. He will go out of his way to help you with any needs you may have."

- Brian B.
Fantasy Sports Alliance

"Even though "Brothers" as vets, he was never shy about giving information, never rude, stand up and as reliable person you can find. You might wish you worked with a bunch of Branden's, but one is genuinely all you need. His work is remarkable and always upfront and honest."

- Armando G.
The Recasts Band