MountChief Launches First Taxidermy Shop Management Software

New platform aims to eliminate customer status inquiries and streamline operations for taxidermists.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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MountChief, a new software platform, has launched to provide the first dedicated management solution for taxidermy shops. The platform automates customer communication, provides self-service project tracking, and streamlines operations to help taxidermists focus on their craft rather than administrative tasks.

Why it matters

Taxidermists often struggle with constant customer inquiries about the status of their projects, which can consume hours of valuable time each day. MountChief aims to solve this problem by giving customers real-time visibility into their projects without requiring taxidermist intervention, allowing shops to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.

The details

MountChief captures detailed intake information, manages scheduling and priority of dozens or hundreds of simultaneous projects, documents progress with photos at every stage, and automatically sends updates to customers. Early adopters report faster intake processing, near-elimination of status inquiry calls, and higher customer satisfaction levels.

  • MountChief launched in March 2026.

The players

MountChief

A new software platform designed specifically for taxidermy shop management, providing automated customer communication, self-service project tracking, and streamlined operations.

Ryan Mercer

The founder of MountChief, who aims to help taxidermists focus on their craft by removing the administrative burden of managing their businesses.

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What they’re saying

“Taxidermists are among the most talented artists you will ever meet. They transform a raw cape and form into lifelike art that stops people in their tracks. Yet many run the business side like it is still 1995, relying on whiteboards, paper logs, and memory. MountChief leaves their craft untouched. It simply removes the administrative burden so they can focus on the work that matters.”

— Ryan Mercer, Founder (Globe PR Wire)

The takeaway

MountChief's launch represents a significant development for the taxidermy industry, providing a much-needed solution to the administrative challenges that have long plagued taxidermists. By automating customer communication and streamlining operations, the platform aims to help these skilled artists focus on their craft and improve the overall customer experience.