🚀 PDQ Secures $25M Series A
PrettyDamnQuick (PDQ) raised $25M in a Series A round led by PeakSpan Capital. The funds will help PDQ expand its tech, which personalizes checkout and shipping. With 200 customers since its 2020 founding, the company processes 30M orders monthly, handling $4B in gross merchandise volume to date. CEO Avi Moskowitz says PDQ’s goal is to create Amazon-level convenience for independent e-commerce sites.
📦 Solving E-commerce Challenges
PDQ helps retailers manage shipping, checkout, and A/B testing via one platform. It integrates with partners like USPS, FedEx, DHL, and UPS for fulfillment. Moskowitz founded PDQ after struggling to handle his craft beer company’s logistics during COVID-19. Today, the platform powers a seamless shopping experience, making it a strong alternative to Amazon for independent businesses.
🌐 Rising Amid E-commerce Shifts
Despite slowed e-commerce growth post-COVID, PDQ addresses key gaps. By optimizing shipping discounts and checkout flows, PDQ helps retailers cut costs without shrinking margins. This approach, along with strong holiday season performance for online sales, keeps the company positioned for growth. PDQ forecasts 300M processed orders by the end of 2025.
💡 Competing with Giants
PDQ’s biggest competitors include Shopify and Amazon. Unlike marketplace giants, PDQ empowers businesses to retain autonomy while offering Amazon-level checkout ease. The company’s latest funding brings total capital raised to $38M. As personalization continues to drive e-commerce innovation, PDQ positions itself as an essential tool for independent retailers looking to thrive.
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