WishBox reaches goal of featuring 100th U.S. manufacturers on its European web site
June 9, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – In an astounding 9 months, WishBox has made available an opportunity for these 100 manufacturers, mostly small to medium size companies, ready access to the 400 million consumer population in Europe. Included in the 100 manufacturers are 30 companies from South Carolina.
WishBox is distinctive in that it is the only web site in Europe featuring exclusively Made in USA products. Consolidating multiple U.S. products in Columbia or Charleston into 20 ft. containers reduces overall freight costs for each company participating. Then WishBox utilizes a fulfillment center located in the UK, guaranteeing shipping within 24 hours of receipt of order.
European consumers have especially taken notice of BBQ sauces from throughout the state and pet products and golf socks made in Greenville, SC.
In addition to meeting its target goal of 100 U.S. manufacturers prior to May 1, 2014, their second goal of featuring 200 manufacturers by year end seems very reachable according to Founder, Jerry Smith. Also, the site now has products from 28 of the 50 United States, getting close to their goal of all 50 states being represented by the end of 2014.
Jerry Smith stated, “Our business model has exceeded our original expectations and the plans to take WishBox to other markets such as China and the Middle-East are running ahead of schedule, as well”.
