As you’ve probably noticed, Amazon is no longer paying us commissions when you shop there. We had been growing that revenue stream quite nicely, and my guess is that they decided they didn’t need us any longer. I’m very disappointed, but wasn’t surprised, since they aren’t doing business with folks like Rakuten anymore, either. It’ll … Continue reading Amazon vs. Walmart
Each month we’ve been sharing our Amazon results because how we’re doing at Amazon gives us, and you, insights that we think are valuable. This month, we’re adding our membership growth results for additional insights. This post also has an ulterior motive beyond knowledge and insights. It also gives us a chance to nudge you … Continue reading Amazon & Membership July Results
This is quicker than a normal recap of results because Amazon is the gorilla we want to make sure you don’t forget (at least as far as it affects iConsumer and your stock). Boldly stated, if you shop Amazon, use iConsumer. It makes us stronger, and potentially helps our stock price to go up. You … Continue reading November Amazon Results / Giving Reminder
As I mentioned in an earlier post on the transition to 100% stock back, Amazon is a bit of the canary in the coal mine. Because we can’t reward our members directly when they shop at Amazon, it’s a bit of a tough bird. When a member chooses to shop at Amazon via iConsumer, it’s … Continue reading September Amazon Results
Today I received a great email from one of our member/shareholders. Matt wrote (I’ve edited a bit): I first would like to thank you for being so candid and public facing. It is rare for a CEO to be so willing to answer questions and provide continuous feedback. Make me blush! Certainly one of the … Continue reading Letter from a shareholder – 12/20/18
Because of Amazon and the “Multiple”, it’s possible. You have a choice. You’re probably going to shop at Amazon this holiday season. (50% of America will.) Use iConsumer for a couple of Amazon purchases — your reward could be truly astounding. Astounding starts by clicking here. Here’s how astounding could happen: We have 50,000+ members: shopping, … Continue reading Can We Double Our Stock Price in Just One Day?
Invested. Involved. Informed. I was asked recently what the “i” in iConsumer stood for and at first I didn’t have a clue. Coming from a previous site with an “i” in the name (iGive.com) and the prevalence of Apple branded “i” gadgets and services, it seemed natural to me that our site would be “iConsumer”. But … Continue reading You are the “i” in iConsumer
Amazon Prime Day Amazon has very special sales happening July 16. You can shop at Amazon via iConsumer. We make great money when you do (in part because Amazon doesn’t allow us to share what they pay us with you). For many companies, the bigger their revenues and profits are, and the faster those are … Continue reading Amazon Prime Day and our Stock Price
I am quite pleased to share one of the biggest changes in iConsumer’s history. We’re transitioning to a “you get Bitcoin (BTC) every time you shop” model, plus you still earn equity in iConsumer. Beginning December 23, 2017, shopping at our 1,700+ retailers by using our site, apps (or Apple or Android devices), or the … Continue reading CEO Letter- Announcing Bitcoin For Shopping- 12/21/17
Yes, I skipped August. Nothing much to report in the middle of the month. But, since then, we’ve been busy! Overview Three highlights this month. The first two have their own blog posts. We filed our six month financials: Form 1-SA. We have begun our next raise of funding, to help us grow large enough … Continue reading Letter From the CEO – September 2017