In a world where technology giants dominate the way we shop and interact online, many independant platforms are emerging to create a more inclusive and equitable digital economy and experience.
Winners of the Digital star award at the Small Awards to celebrate the hard work and ingenuity they were recognised
Amongst these disrupters stands WAKUDA UK, the award winning ecommerce market place, that was designed to champion and support black owned businesses in the UK and globally. With products from candles, skincare, jewellery, greeting cards, food and fashion.
Founded in 2020 by Albert Larter and Nathaniel Wade, Wakuda was born out of the necessity to respond to a glaring gap in the market for African and Caribbean business owners, within mainstream retail. With professional backgrounds in digital marketing and affiliate marketing, property investment and online sales. the South London entrepreneurs leveraged their experince to build a platform that only showcases black owned brands but also dlivers economic enpowerment within the community.
Wakuda is on a mission to change the narrative for black entrepreneurs ensuring their products are visible, valued and accessible to a global audience. Albert and Nathaniel have successfully built an omnichannel marketplace that is re-shaping the way we think about black businesses, and diversity in retail experiences.
With articles and mentions in Forbes, Stylist magazine, Mother and Baby, and the Iconic fashion journal Cosmopolitan, they have only just started....
In this exclusive interview, we dive into the vision, challenges and triumphs of Wakuda UK the ecommerce shopping platform, commencing at the beginning of their journey as founders, why they choose sharpened strategies for growth, innovation and customer loyalty. We also expose their thoughts on AI, venture capital funding, and the future of Black Owned businesses, how to create generational wealth through ownership of your property and business within a digital economy.
Creating a seamless culturally diverse shopping experience for conscious consumers, making cultural representation and economic empowerment more accessible than ever!
Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey behind Wakuda UK, and be part of the future reshaping the future of diverse retail.
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