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Exhibition

We help brands showcase globally, attract buyers, and build connections.

Auction

We provide structured auction systems for fair competition and transparent results.

White Label

We enable private branding solutions with flexible production and packaging options.

Brick & Mortar

We establish physical retail presence in prime markets for stronger brand identity.

Why Core Trade

The Gap Between Trade and Recognition

Current Problems:

Core Trade ensures fair exchange, but visibility is limited.

Vendors struggle to reach global showcases & high-value buyers.

Buyers cannot easily secure exclusivity or retail placement.

No structured growth ladder beyond initial transactions.

Brand Growth Partnership Provides:

Verified exhibitions & catalogs for international exposure.

Secure auction platforms to build credibility with collectors.

White Label partnerships for private-brand scaling.

Brick & Mortar access for premium retail expansion.

Who Can Join Brand Growth?

Standard Eligibility (Default Path)

Vendors: KPI 7-8+, Retention 27-43 months (depending on track), prerequisite tracks from Core Trade.

Buyers: KPI 7-8+, Retention 27-43 months, budget flexibility depending on chosen track.

πŸ‘‰ Partners move step by step through KPIs, retention, and previous-level eligibility.

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✨ Lateral Entry (Fast-Track Path)

Independent evaluation by Hamadan Craft Revival Foundation (KHCRF.org). Designed for partners with proven records, certifications, or external recognition who can demonstrate capacity to scale quickly.

  • β€’If evaluation is promising β†’ pay Lateral Fee.
  • β€’Skip retention β†’ direct entry into Auction, White Label, or Brick & Mortar.
  • β€’KPI thresholds still apply.
  • β€’Performance is monitored closely during the first 6-12 months of entry.

Choose Your Partnership Path

Tier 2

Exhibition

KPI: 7+

Retention: 4 months

Previous Level: Import Export

Best For: Showcases and catalogs seekers

Verified exhibitions & catalogs

Fast-Track Available

Auction

KPI: 7.5+

Retention: 4 months

Previous Level: Exhibition

Best For: Rare craft buyers & vendors

Heritage crafts verified auctions

Fast-Track Available

White Label

KPI: 8+

Retention: 4 months

Previous Level: Auction

Best For: Private branding buyers/vendors

Scalable private branding

Fast-Track Available

Brick & Mortar

KPI: 8+

Retention: 4 months

Previous Level: White Label

Best For: Retail expansion buyers/vendors

Premium retail flagship stores

How Brand Growth Works

Standard Path

1
Apply
2
KPI Evaluation
3
Track Match
4
Activation
5
Progress via KPI + Retention

Your Brand Growth Journey

1
Choose Your Entry Track

Exhibition β†’ KPI 7+ | 4 months retention.

Auction β†’ KPI 7.5+ | 4 months retention.

White Label β†’ KPI 8+ | 4 months retention.

Brick & Mortar β†’ KPI 8+ | 4 months retention.

Start from Core Trade completion.

2
Standard Progression Path

Maintain KPI & meet retention (43 months). After stability β†’ unlock next-level partnerships.

3
Fast-Track Option (KHCRF)

Independent evaluation by Hamadan Craft Revival Foundation (KHCRF.org).

If evaluation is promising β†’ pay Lateral Fee.

Skip retention β†’ direct entry into advanced pillars.

4
Next-Level Pathways

After Brand Growth, partners can progress into:

Collaborative Partnerships (Co-design, Storytelling, Shared Services, Packaging)

Institutional Partnerships (Museums, NGOs, Governments, Logistics, Tech)

Partnership Fee Summary

Free / Onboarding:

Free (if progressed from Core Trade)

Monthly Packages:

Basic ($25/month)
  • Access to standard exhibitions
  • Basic catalog placement
  • Logistics waiver: 5% discount
  • Standard vendor–buyer matching
  • Email support (business hours)
Growth ($75/month)
  • Expanded exhibition access
  • Branded catalog features
  • Logistics waiver: 10% discount
  • Priority buyer matching + analytics
  • Performance insights dashboard
Premium ($150/month)
  • Premium exhibition showcases
  • Customized catalog placement
  • Logistics waiver: 15% discount
  • Top priority, dedicated support
  • Early Auction eligibility

Free / Onboarding:

$250 one-time setup

Monthly Packages:

Standard ($75/month)
  • Access to verified auctions
  • Basic listing templates
  • Logistics waiver: 5%
  • Standard auction monitoring
  • Email support (business hours)
Pro ($150/month)
  • Expanded auction placement
  • Branded listing kit
  • Logistics waiver: 10%
  • Priority bidder allocation
  • Analytics dashboard
Elite ($300/month)
  • Premium auction features
  • Custom listing bundles
  • Logistics waiver: 15%
  • Dedicated account manager
  • Early White Label eligibility

Free / Onboarding:

$500 one-time setup

Monthly Packages:

Standard ($125/month)
  • Private label contracts access
  • Basic branding templates
  • Logistics waiver: 5%
  • KPI monitoring dashboard
  • Email support (business hours)
Growth ($250/month)
  • Scalable private branding
  • Branded kit access
  • Logistics waiver: 10%
  • Priority partner allocation
  • Performance dashboard
Premium ($500/month)
  • Strategic white label partnerships
  • Custom branding bundles
  • Logistics waiver: 15%
  • Dedicated manager
  • Early Brick & Mortar eligibility

Free / Onboarding:

$750 one-time setup

Monthly Packages:

Retail ($150/month)
  • Access to premium retail
  • Basic store templates
  • Logistics waiver: 5%
  • Trade advisory (basic)
  • Email support (business hours)
Flagship ($375/month)
  • Flagship store access
  • Branded retail kit
  • Logistics waiver: 10%
  • Priority market matching
  • Analytics dashboard
Global ($750/month)
  • Global retail linkage
  • Premium co-branded solutions
  • Logistics waiver: 15%
  • Legal/documentation concierge
  • Policy-level engagement

Our Platform Advantage

Brand growth initiatives for Kashmiri handicrafts, helping US buyers access curated showcases, rare collections, and exclusive product lines, while vendors build visibility, premium valuation, and long-term retail partnerships.

US Buyers’ Benefits

Exhibition (L5): Direct access to curated craft showcases, cultural storytelling.
Auction (L6): Exclusive, competitive pricing, rare collections.
White Label (L7): Custom branding, product exclusivity, differentiation in US retail.
Brick & Mortar (L8): Permanent access to physical stores, consistent inventory assurance.

Kashmir / India Vendors’ Benefits

Exhibition (L5): Showcase platform, artisan exposure, direct B2B leads.
Auction (L6): Premium product valuation, transparent demand discovery.
White Label (L7): Branding partnerships, long-term retail contracts.
Brick & Mortar (L8): Store presence in the US, increased trust & steady sales.

Choose Your Entry Path

Standard Path

(Default progression for all partners)

Free β€” no upfront or lateral fee.

Requires KPI (7-8+) and retention (27-43 months).

Stepbystep progression Exhibition β†’ Auction β†’ White Label β†’ Retail.

Best for: Partners who want steady, sustainable growth.

Dedicated support for onboarding and long-term partnership success.

Takes time but builds steady credibility.

Lateral Entry (KHCRF Fast-Track)

(Optional accelerated route)

Independent KHCRF evaluation.

If promising β†’ pay a Lateral Fee.

Skip retention β†’ direct access to Auction, White Label, or Brick & Mortar.

KHCRF endorsement adds credibility.

Best for: Vendors and buyers ready to scale fast.

Paid only after successful evaluation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, through KHCRF Lateral Entry (if evaluation is promising + fee paid).
Vendors must show compliance, authenticity & production capacity. Buyers must show sourcing model, budget, and fair-trade compliance.
Onboarding + monthly packages apply only after track activation.
Yes, but KPI 8+ and retention 4 months must be maintained, unless Fast-Tracked.