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We’re excited to announce Nordstrom has officially joined PBP Dropship as part of their digital marketplace! This partnership underscores Nordstrom's commitment to expanding their global offerings with high-quality goods. The retailer is offering a diverse range of makers from around the world, showcasing hundreds of SKUs across various categories, from homewares to wellness. Proudly, PBP Dropship is the only sustainable dropship catalog, with all our makers earning the PBP Verified mark for responsible production. Learn more about PBP Dropship here: https://lnkd.in/gjxGkFDJ

If you’ve ever wondered about the upside of upcycling, check out Meema, the Guatemalan kithchenwear brand🥣 It makes beautifully utilitarian aprons, hand towels and more, and it crafts them from discarded denim scraps. The impact is sizable. Consider that a single kilogram of cotton requires 20,000 liters of water to produce. Meema uses over seven tons of denim scraps per year. That’s the equivalent of more than 30 million gallons of water conserved. Not that it’s all about conservation. Says founder Alejandro Torun: “We don’t want people to buy this product because it’s upcylcled or sustainable. We want you to buy it because it’s an amazing apron or kitchen towel that looks great and that performs amazing, and that you love it. Oh, and by the way—it’s also sustainable.” To read more about Meema in the latest issue of Crafted, hit the link here: https://lnkd.in/g3_KPaEj

The most respected brands in retail are PBP Dropship partners 🤝 They are able to source beautifully-crafted, responsibly-made goods from Powered by People’s community of makers—with no inventory risk. PBP oversees shipping of all products direct to customers, meaning these brands are able to broaden their offerings while deepening their commitment to sustainable production. Shop a selection of products and conscious gifts from PBP's growing community of makers: West Elm: https://lnkd.in/gh5jMxJV Sur La Table: https://lnkd.in/geXTxHU9 Crate & Barrel: https://lnkd.in/g3VtsPin Nordstrom: https://lnkd.in/djZ-sGt8 Lulu and Georgia: https://lnkd.in/g3cxai4 #WestElm #CrateBarrel #SurLaTable #PotteryBarn #LuluandGeorgia #Nordstrom #DropshipPartners #NorthAmericanRetail

If you're running your own successful business, you have a relationship with a bank. Right? Not always. 🏦 There are more than 1.7 billion people without a bank, globally, more than 1 billion of them are women. Fortunately, mobile banking platforms like Kenya’s M-PESA are breaking barriers by enabling direct payments to makers, helping them grow and sustain their businesses. With two-thirds of the unbanked owning a mobile phone, digital wallets and international payment solutions are making it easier than ever to transfer funds. Now, makers can focus on their craft instead of spending hours traveling to collect payments. As Kris Zanuldin, VP of Product at Powered by People, shares: “At PBP, makers can opt into cash advances on orders with just one click, allowing them to manage cash flow and start new projects instantly.” Learn more about Community Commerce in our latest issue of Crafted: https://lnkd.in/gsGCwn3w

Calling all creatives and small business owners 🎨 Are you great at finding unique, responsibly-made products but unsure how to reach the right customers? You're not alone—many of us face the same challenge. With AI becoming essential for building and engaging customer bases, now is the time to leverage this technology to grow your business strategically. Join us for a free 30-minute webinar on October 29th at 1 PM EST, where we’ll explore how AI can simplify and enhance your marketing efforts across: 🔍 SEO – Improve search visibility to attract the right customers 📱 Social Media – Drive engagement and build an active community 📊 Google Ads – Maximize reach with effective paid strategies Sam Bochner from UseStyle AI, an all-in-one AI marketing platform, will provide practical insights and demonstrate how you can implement AI tools to streamline operations, amplify reach, and grow sustainably. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gbJsGRQD

When consumers spend time on the Hawkins New York website, they often find themselves thinking “I want to buy that…and that…and that…and that.”🛍️ The upstate retailer applies a sharp curatorial eye to every product it carries, culminating in a selection that feels both personal and accessible. Says the team at Hawkins, “Our aim has always been to provide elevated basics that feel good, look good, and help our community make home their own rather than rely on someone else to tell them how to style their space.” Read the full interview with Hawkins New York from the latest issue of Crafted here: https://lnkd.in/gVF9isBB #ModernLiving #NorthAmericanRetail #UpstateNewYork #SustainableDropship #PoweredbyPeople #HawkinsNewYork #HolidayDecor

Nordstrom calls it a "digital marketplace"; retail buyers will recognize it as dropshipping 📦 The launch of Nordstrom’s new venture this past year highlights the evolution and growing impact of the dropship model—one that allows retailers to significantly expand their selection without holding inventory. In addition to Nordstrom, national brands like West Elm, Crate & Barrel, and Lulu & Georgia have embraced dropshipping, unlocking opportunities for more makers to enter the digital marketplace. This model isn't just a win for retailers; it benefits consumers by offering greater product variety and empowers small businesses to scale without traditional barriers. Powered by People plays a pivotal role in this landscape, curating a collection of sustainable and responsibly-made dropship products. By connecting Makers around the world with retailers across North America, PBP ensures that conscious consumerism thrives while retailers enjoy a streamlined way to offer meaningful goods. Discover more about PBP's dropship program here: https://lnkd.in/gjxGkFDJ #PoweredbyPeople #DropshipPartners #DropshipCatalogue #NorthAmericanRetail #SmallBusinessSupport #DropshippingMadeEasy #DigitalMarketplace #RetailInnovation

Quirk and Maloney—co-founders of the Shoppe Object trade show. The duo bring a strong POV to everything they do. “Our team scours the industry for best-in-class products by brands and people who design and produce objects with integrity and purpose. Because what, and from who, you buy matters.” We couldn’t agree more—and we couldn’t be happier to announce that Afternoon Light is a PBP Dropship partner. Head to their site now at https://lnkd.in/gnAXXijE to check out Deirdre and Minya’s curated selection of PBP makers Creative Women, Mbare and Bit of Meraki.  #PoweredbyPeople #DropshipPartner #NowOn #SustainableWholesale

Sustainability in retail isn’t a “nice to have” anymore. Today, shopping windows are stocked with mass-produced products and disposable fashion. Warehouses overflow with inventory that’s never sold. Ethical labour practices and environmentally responsible production were once “nice to haves.” But shoppers are waking up, seeking unique and ethical goods that reflect the values of community. People want to know where products come from, who made them, and that they’re environmentally friendly, with 78% feeling that sustainability is important. Sustainability is now a “need to have.” The future of retail looks like micro-production. These are products that are: Small-batch: made by hand in small quantities  Unique: reflect a story or sense of place  Sustainable: by design, not by default At Powered by People (PBP) by People, we are excited by this change. What comes to mind when you picture retail in the future? Let me know in the comments. We help small independent brands grow their sustainable practices. Our PBP Verified program gives retailers peace of mind in makers’ commitment to the environment. Learn more about PBP Verified: https://lnkd.in/emxiF_H3 

What an incredible four days at the Artisan Soko International Trade Show in Nairobi 🇰🇪. From October 2-5, we celebrated the heart of Kenyan craftsmanship with 50 talented artisans showcasing everything from unique fashion and home decor to sustainable goods. We also welcomed a mix of buyers from North America who connected with local makers and discovered the beauty behind their handmade, heritage crafts. Thank you so much to everyone who turned out and helped make this show happen. #SokoArtisanTradeShow #PoweredbyPeople #AfricanMakers #HeritageCrafts