Garrick Pohl's new venture has two simple precepts: 1) help people earn money and 2) help businesses save money.
Zipments is a new online venture that offers individuals the opportunity to earn money by becoming local couriers for a wide variety of products that need to be delivered quickly, locally and inexpensively.
For participating businesses, Zipments will provide the an alternative for more expensive same day/next day courier and delivery services in their local market.
According to Laurie Pecherski, director of sales and marketing, the idea came from Pohl's observation of the number of people he knew that were busy, but also needed part-time jobs that were time-flexible.
With Zipments, individuals fill out an online application and then have the opportunity to bid on deliveries that are posted by businesses. The business then selects the courier they want to handle the transactions.
Similar to auction services, couriers will be "rated" on their performance. This "reputation" feature will then assist businesses in their bid selection.
Starting with a team of five individuals in West Michigan, Zipments is targeting a national market. Initial marketing efforts will focus on direct mail, public relations, sales promotions and social media word-of-mouth.
To learn more about Zipments, you can visit their website
here.Source: Laura Pecherski, Zipments
Writer: John Rumery, Innovation and Jobs Editor
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