Rather than waiting for a promotion, raise or that “it” opportunity young people around the world are carving out a their own space in the market place — Caribbean-Americans are no different. Jamaican born – Queens resident Vivian Saunder started BuyCheapCentral simply for the love of consumer electronics. Turning his obsession into a viable business venture with little overhead, Saunders has successfully created and maintained an online space to buy everyday electronics (cameras, phones, laptops etc.) at affordable prices.
How does it feel to be a young Caribbean entrepreneur?
It feels great to be a Caribbean entrepreneur. It is fulfilling to be your own boss.
What made you want to start BuyCheapCentral?
I studied Computer Science, minored in Business and Telecommunications at St. John’s University. I always had a knack for the latest gadgets and electronics . I was the go to person when anyone had questions regarding electronics. So it seemed only fitting that I start a business providing these electronics at below market prices.I love been able to provide a client with a product or service that meet their needs and they enjoy using.
What are some of the things you love and struggles as a business owner?
The struggles of a business owner is getting the good deals out to the masses. There is no better way to promote a business other than word of mouth, so I continue to try and get the word out.
What are some tips you would give an online e-commerce company?
1) Be able to price match.
2) Be confident in the products or services that you offer.
3) Always give a way freebies. If nothing else a customer will remember when they got something free from your site.
4) Offer recurring customers more discounts.How do you keep people coming back to the site, how do you hold up against competitors?
I keep people coming back to my site by offering deep discounts it’s a no brainer to buy from my site. Plus with free shipping anywhere in the US, that is a deal that’s hard to pass up.
Where do you see yourself and the business in 5 years?
In 5 years I myself owning a few more businesses and having them run themselves. In that I will have more employees running the day to day functions of the business, so I can jet set around the worldWhat’s your favorite Caribbean spot (Music, Food or otherwise)?
The Door in Jamaica, Queens is a good spot for Caribbean food and music.What music are you vibing on right now?
Well Vybz (Kartel), Beenie Man, Gyptian, Movado are a few that are on my radar right now. They all seem to be making constant hits that are putting Danchall music on worldwide media outlets than ever before.For an additonal discount when purchasing on BuyCheapCentral use the discount code: SNV2010
Mikelah
Mikelah is a Caribbean Culture expert, curating the bridge between the Caribbean and its diaspora. A CUNY Baruch College graduate with a BBA in Marketing. With previous experience with Caribbean lifestyle brands such as VP Records, Tempo TV and JAMROCK Magazine. Currently serving as a digital marketing maven by day, while continuing to collaborate with Caribbean brands.
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Great site!! Will certainly go to when sourcing electronics! 🙂
So great to have a below retail source for electronics! Will certainly go to when in the market for gadgets 🙂