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Why we built Cerqular. At Cerqular, our manifesto is clear: to redistribute wealth, opportunity and value back to the business sector, with a primary focus on SMEs and consumers. Our mission is to fuel and invigorate a new era of sustainable, healthy, and circular product design, manufacturing, selling, and end-of-life solutions. By actively rewarding brands and offering universal access to consumers, we are rebuilding trust and financial integrity in the retail landscape. Our vision extends beyond fairness; we make retail sustainable and financially rewarding for everyone involved. As we embark on this transformative journey, we're leading the way towards a future where commerce is not only thriving but also ethical and inclusive. Cerqular is the Better Marketplace for you, your family, your pets, your business, and your community. A simple switch will generate a huge impact. #Cerqular #retail #ecommerce #sustainability #circulareconomy #marketplace #trust #largest #socialimpact #sustainableimpact #losangeles

🚀 In just 18 months, Cerqular has skyrocketed from 0 to 450 sellers, billions in inventory (without inventory risk), incredible LTV and repeats proving that customers find value, offering an impressive 695k+ products, including new, secondhand, and integrations with retailers and marketplaces with some mega marketplaces coming soon! 🌍 Our US-based platform is making significant waves in Asia, the UK, and the EU, with thousands of new products added daily. 🌱 We’re proud to champion sustainable businesses, offer customers genuine circular products, and highlight the immense value of sustainability investments. 🤖 With AI and innovative solutions, we’re thriving, proving that sustainable commerce is rewarding and transformative. Now is the perfect moment to dive into sustainability and circularity! 🌍 #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Innovation #Cerqular #GlobalImpact #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Cerqular

Over ½ trillion dollars in value sits locked up in American homes today. Time/Value is why. At Gone we’re removing friction end-to-end with our local recommerce supply chain. For consumers getting stuff “gone” is as simple as sending a text.  We then calculate the ROI, and if positive, schedule a free pickup.  For our business partners they bring us items which we resell in exchange for 25% of the price. With fresh seed funding, Gone is capitalized to unlock value by building the largest, local recommerce supply chain in the US. Why we find this opportunity exciting: - We are building an end-to-end platform for unlocking value locally via multiple supply and demand streams.  - We're building a high margin business that improves over time with local density.   - The Recommerce market is growing > 4x than retail. - Our team has unique insights into this problem space (local commerce, last mile logistics, retail). - Our technology, based on years of recommerce data can curate incoming items, price, and list them in the most profitable way. - We have tested the market by doing a hands-on wave 1 of the service and understand that unit economics is always positive. - We have created partnerships with existing local players to solve our 0 to 1 problem on both supply and demand sides. - Gone is a big proponent in the sustainability space by promoting a circular economy for all reusable stuff. Gone’s Seattle based founders: Nick Huzar, is the founder of OfferUp – America’s largest recommerce marketplace (150M installs) and Yash Wagh, is an ex-Amazon and ex-Kearney Supply Chain expert. Our company has raised seed funds from leading VCs and strategic partners in the greater Seattle Area. To learn more, visit: www.itsgonenow.com

Some of the used stuff in my drawer. This is why we build Fairown. In a world dominated by throwaway culture, I envision a seamless shift towards sustainability. Our team created a smooth shift from linear to circular economy where businesses take responsibility for the entire lifecycle of their products. Without losing profits. Instead, gaining increased revenue and customer loyalty upfront as a result of their commitment. Most of modern consumers want the option to return used products back at the point of purchase. Fairown gives consumers the terms upfront. We eliminate all the inconvenience of reselling used products. Less marketplace listings, intriguing car park meetups, and drawers filled with used gadgets. It's crucial to ensure that every device produced and sold is collected back. We take pride in arranging products' second lives, proper recycling and component reuse ♻️ Merchants, at the same time, have the tool to secure customers returning to their stores, both physical and online. Join us on this journey towards a greener, more responsible tomorrow. 🌏 #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #fairown #consumerism #innovation

🌍 On #EarthDay, at Adevinta we are celebrating the power of second-hand shopping. Buying pre-loved items isn’t just a more sustainable choice for our planet, but it also enriches people’s lives! According to our latest research, one of the reasons people love to shop second-hand is because each item has a unique ‘one of a kind’ history. 💕 Do you agree? What is your #OneOfAKind find? ♻️ Check out the video below to see the pre-loved gift our Adevinta CEO, Antoine Jouteau, gave to our CPTO, Julien JOUHAULT! #recommerce #circularity #secondhand #changingcommercetogether

New Financial Year, New Professional Chapter ✨ As the calendar flips to a new financial year, I find myself reflecting on the chapters that have closed and the exciting new ones that await. After a rewarding journey with Bevo Tech and Bevo Shelves, I’m embarking on a fresh adventure in the food packaging industry with Select Equip. This transition marks not just a change in roles but a leap into a sector that’s ripe with innovation and opportunities. I can’t wait to share more about the projects and initiatives that lie ahead. #NewBeginnings #SalesLeadership #B2BSales #SalesAI #FoodPackaging #Innovation

PalletTrader, the supply chain industry’s first collaborative eCommerce marketplace for buying and selling pallets, has been named a 2023 Top Tech Startup by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazines. This recognition stems from an annual survey evaluating logistics technology startups and their impact on the supply chain industry. Since 2022, PalletTrader has established the industry’s largest online consortium of pallet buyers and sellers, streamlining this multi-billion-dollar market with simplicity, convenience, and efficiency. The recognition validates PalletTrader’s significant value to the pallet community. John Vaccaro, president of Bettaway Supply Chain Services, said, "The marketplace is built, it is gaining wider adoption every day and is being recognized for the value it brings to the pallet community." To read the full story, click here: https://lnkd.in/eqBG3dXb #PalletTrader #LogisticsTech #SupplyChain #PalletNetwork

Do you Remember Me? I’m the Innovation Insights Magazine, back with another innovative solution: Reducing Demurrage and Detention Fees (D&D fees) in Real-Time! The startup Northbound, a venture initially supported by Schenker Ventures and the DB SCHENKER Partner MVP Factory, is developing a SaaS platform that protects companies from million-dollar container penalty fees (D&D fees). The platform optimizes the flow of goods from the port to the warehouse, considering capacities and delivery commitments. The success of the software was validated with a major German sportswear manufacturer. It was proven that over 90 percent of D&D costs within two months could have been avoided through the increased cost transparency and optimized control that Northbound’s AI solution offers. Learn more about our Innovations: Download the latest edition of our magazine today! https://lnkd.in/epdM_xTx #DBSCHENKER #logistics #innovation #northbound #hungryforinnovation

At REROKO, we specialize in helping retail brands get discovered and grow! 🌟 Whether you're a startup or an established business, we provide the tools and strategies needed to elevate your brand and increase your market presence. Check out our latest project with these premium coffee brands – showcasing the perfect blend of quality and visibility. Let's brew some success together! #RetailSuccess #BrandGrowth #DiscoverYourBrand #MarketingStrategy #RetailMarketing #BrandVisibility #CoffeeLovers #RetailInnovation #BusinessGrowth #REROKO #ProductPlacement #MarketExpansion #SmallBusinessSupport #RetailSolutions #ConsumerGoods #CoffeeBranding #ElevateYourBrand #RetailExperts #MarketingSolutions #BusinessDevelopment

I’m proud to share Aveown’s vision for the future of ownership and sustainability. The lack of post-sale traceability is holding back both businesses and consumers from achieving real circularity. At Aveown, we’re tackling this challenge head-on by providing the tools and framework to track products after they leave the store. If you’re passionate about sustainability, this is the movement to watch. 🌍 Check out the original post below to learn how we’re reshaping the future of ownership, and let me know your thoughts! #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Aveown #GreenFuture