Press Roundup: The rise of creator-led marketplaces

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Shopping apps built with District continue to attract attention in the news. Here’s a look at the latest coverage:

Fast Company — “How one couple turned a few found golf balls into the booming live selling site Stacked Golf”

Jon and Ashley Armstrong share the launch and growth of Stacked Golf, a live commerce marketplace for golf equipment. The piece highlights their community-driven approach, the momentum behind their live shows, and how District’s technology allows them to scale their business to six-figure weekly sales.


MyGolfSpy — “Garage Sale Hero: How Stacked Golf Turned Rare Club Finds Into A Thriving Business”

Jon describes how he and his wife, Ashley, built a thriving golf resale platform powered by District. The story highlights their expanding community, active live auctions, and the shift from content creation to running a full commerce platform.


CNBC — “37-year-old turned her thrifting side hustle into a business that brings in 7 figures a year: ‘Anyone can do it’”

Jocelyn Elizabeth, known on social media as Crazy Lamp Lady, shares her journey from uploading thrift videos to becoming the CEO of her own resale marketplace. The article spotlights how NikNax operates on District, giving her the tools to run live events, host sellers, and grow a thriving retail community.


Vogue Business — “Influencers Are Turning Into Retailers. Now What?” The relationship between creators and retail brands is becoming increasingly important as creators evolve into key hubs for product recommendations. The article cites District as one of the platforms powering this shift toward creator-driven commerce.