Powered by People is a B2B wholesale platform that connects over 700 makers from 70 countries with North American buyers through a secure digital marketplace, facilitating customized orders and flexible payment terms. The platform addresses communication and logistics challenges in the creative manufacturing sector, enabling makers to expand their customer base while buyers benefit from a curated selection of sustainably made products.
Funding
$14.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Many retailers struggle to efficiently source unique, ethically produced goods from international artisans due to communication barriers, logistical complexities, and the need to verify sustainable practices. This often leads to limited product diversity and missed opportunities to support responsible manufacturing.
Solution
Powered by People (PBP) is a B2B wholesale platform that directly connects North American retailers with a curated network of over 700 makers from 70+ countries, streamlining the sourcing process for sustainably made products. The platform offers a secure digital marketplace where buyers can discover unique items, place customized orders, and access flexible payment terms. PBP simplifies international communication and logistics, providing retailers with a vetted selection of responsibly produced goods while enabling artisans to expand their market reach. PBP also offers a dropship program, allowing retailers to sell products without holding inventory.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes North American retailers, designers, and brands seeking unique, ethically sourced, and sustainably produced goods for resale, as well as those interested in dropshipping programs.
Features
- Curated marketplace featuring sustainably made and PBP-verified products from global artisans
- Direct communication tools to facilitate collaboration between buyers and makers
- Dropshipping program with monthly product updates and fast shipping from a US-based warehouse
- Integration with Shopify, Mirakl, CommerceHub, Rithum, and SPS for streamlined product importing and order management
- Consolidated sea freight option (PBP ShipSmart) for reduced international shipping costs from select regions
- Real-time inventory updates to ensure accurate stock availability
- Secure payment processing with automated payments via Shopify Payments or ACH/credit card options for custom integrations