As we approach the final stretch of 2024, it's time to focus on making a strong push to achieve our sales forecasts and set the stage for an incredible finish to the year. With only a few months left, our efforts and determination will be key to driving the growth we ’ ve been building toward
I’m excited to share that we have successfully completed the upgrades to our trade center facility, increasing our processing capacity by up to four times This significant enhancement allows us to meet rising demand with greater efficiency and agility, ensuring we stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market
In line with our expansion and growth strategy, we are also preparing for a substantial wave of new hires This is a fantastic opportunity to bring fresh talent into the ZQUARED family, bolstering our team and reinforcing our commitment to first-rate execution in everything we do.
Additionally, we are thrilled to announce the opening of our new office location this fall This expansion reflects our growth and our ongoing commitment to providing the best possible support to our partners and customers
Let’s stay focused, energized, and committed as we push towards achieving our goals for this year Together, we can make the most of these opportunities and continue driving success for ZQUARED and our valued partners
Here’s to a strong and successful conclusion to 2024!
The retail industry, continuously in flux, is poised for significant transformations in the next five years Industry leaders predict a landscape shaped by seamless tech integration, evolving consumer preferences, and a redefinition of what constitutes the "store" experience
IsWalmart Worthit?
AMAZON & TIKTOK INTEGRATION: A GAME-CHANGER FOR SOCIAL COMMERCE
If you sell online, you are always looking for new ways to reach customers and improve your competitive edge While Amazon undoubtedly offers the September 2024 most global exposure, you might also hear rumblings of an old face with a new look shaking up the e-commerce landscape: Walmart Although Walmart made
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Makingthe MostofSocial Commerce
If you are an ecommerce business owner and looking to expand your audience, utilizing social media is a must The fast-growing trend of “social shopping” allows consumers to shop the products they love directly via social media The experience is designed to be
Rising grocery prices have driven more U.S. households to shop online at Walmart, known for its low prices. Walmart now holds 37% of online food sales, benefiting from inflation, advancements in delivery, and its ecommerce push. Leveraging its brick-and-mortar network, Walmart offers same-day delivery and store pick-up, creating an "omni-channel" experience
Online grocery sales, boosted by the pandemic, reached $95.8 billion in 2023. As online grocery shopping grows, smaller supermarkets struggle to compete, losing market share. Groceries are expected to surpass apparel as the largest ecommerce category by 2026
We have successfully completed the upgrades to our trade center facility, increasing our processing capacity by up to four times. This significant enhancement allows us to meet rising demand with greater efficiency and agility, ensuring we stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.
SPOTLIGHT Employee
ETHANLINEBAUGH
As a Warehouse Associate, Ethan has quickly mastered our order processing standards since joining ZQUARED in 2023 He has actively contributed to improving order workflows and recently began training in FBA Creation to handle Amazon shipments. Outside of work, Ethan enjoys playing golf with his girlfriend and spending time with friends. We're thrilled to have Ethan on our team!
ZQUARED's roots as a familyoriented company run deep. Our "we-not-me" team works together to achieve common goals while supporting one another individually, both professionally and personally.
TEAM Join Our OURCOMPANY
A united team is always behind something big. We work hard, laugh a lot, push the boundaries, and strive for continual growth both personally and professionally. And we have the best holiday parties in town!
ZQUARED invests in brands who sell on online marketplaces and are poised and ready for accelerated growth.
WE-COMMERCE
At ZQUARED, we understand the opportunities, risks, and challenges of selling online With over 50 years of combined e-commerce sales experience, our primary goal is helping you multiply your success by serving as an extension of your team to maximize results. From distribution to advertising strategies, we have solutions proven to grow your brand Putting the "we" in e-commerce.
YOUGROW,WE GROW
Built on the belief that all boats rise with the tide, our services are based on this principle. ZQUARED invests time, money, effort, and energy into brands poised for success with the expectation of a worthwhile resultbeacause we go all-in, growing together and winning when you win
OURMISSION
Our mission is to invest in brands who sell on online marketplaces and are poised and ready for growth by forming partnerships built on trust and rooted in relationship to maximize value and achieve results.
Brothers and co-founders Chad and Zach initiate the evolution of ZQUARED in Chad’s basement 2010
2011
ZQUARED makes it first hire
2014
ZQDoubles Footprint
2019
Inc. recognizes ZQUARED as one of the fastest growing privately-held companies in the United States & the St. Louis Business Journal names ZQUARED on it's "Fast 50" list
ZQUARED has moved three times since Chad's basement, doubling it's footprint with each move and growing to a staff of 40+ 2021
ZQUARED hires Jeff Bush as President
ZQRecognized
RORY wherewe’ re at
2024 2024
ZQUARED sets a trajectory for record growth, with multiple new key hires, plans for new service offerings and a projection forecasting our highest revenue number to date
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THEFUTURE
With our commitment to embracing change, seizing new opportunities, and preserving excellence, the future at ZQUARED is positioned for continued success.
