In this episode of All Things Circular, host Peter Evans and Damian Polak, dive deep into the dynamic world of liquidation, returns, and wholesale with industry veteran Justin Prescott of Via Trading. Via Trading is one of the leading liquidation companies in the United States. With over a decade of experience in product sourcing and surplus inventory recovery, Justin shares valuable insights into how businesses can turn excess inventory into new opportunities and recover more cash and space, faster.
Justin unpacks the strategy behind LiquidateNow, Via Trading’s specialized program that helps manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and traders recover costs and unlock value from surplus goods. From one-off closeout deals to full truckloads of customer returns, Justin explains how the secondary market plays a crucial role in building a more circular economy by extending the life of products and reducing waste.
Via Trading caters to a diverse array of retailers, flea market vendors, eBay sellers, online marketplace entrepreneurs, discount stores, and more. Whether you're a seasoned wholesaler or a budding e-commerce seller, Justin offers practical advice on how to tap into the liquidation ecosystem to drive profits while supporting more sustainable business practices.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in supply chain, reverse logistics, resale, or circular business models looking to understand how liquidation fits into a broader sustainability strategy.
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