Rainbow Bazaar is here to power the dreams of the LGBTQ+ community in India, who want to run their own business. It is a marketplace by LGBTQ+ owned small businesses (Sellers), that is available at zero cost, there is no listing fee or sales commission. Sellers can list as many products, decide their pricing, and get the opportunity to sell across the country, and also get connected to corporate clientele. Besides the online marketplace, we also facilitate pop-up stores, and Flea Markets at company premises for our sellers. All of this at ZERO cost to them, along with mentoring and support by the dedicated team of Rainbow Bazaar and industry experts.

In their words they share why LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs LOVE Rainbow Bazaar.

Anika 

“This Pride month I had experience for the first time with the Rainbow flea market. And I must admit it was really smooth. Straight from coordination to execution, Pallabi and Kartik were there to guide and help. Also, the Pride Circle gave my brand good visibility and that makes me super happy. Thanks. Can’t wait to do more such flea markets together.”

Aditya

“I am writing to extend my sincere gratitude to the Rainbow Bazaar team for the incredible opportunity to be part of the corporate pop-up events for Pride Month. It was truly a joy to participate in these well-organized events. The support we received from you, Pallabi, and Praveen was outstanding. Your dedication went beyond mere presence; you provided invaluable assistance, from securing prime opportunities to showcase our products to offering motivational support that made the entire selling experience smoother and more enjoyable. Your commitment and efforts have not gone unnoticed, and I am deeply appreciative. 

Thank you, Rainbow Bazaar, for offering Queer entrepreneurs like us a fair platform to present our work. The impact of such initiatives is profound, and your hard work in making them successful is truly commendable.

Thank you once again for all that you did to make this experience memorable.” 

Rajeev

“Incredible experience with Rainbow Bazaar.  This platform has been a game-changer for me, helping me to showcase my art through stalls and connecting me with new and exciting networks, people and inspirations. I have been part of 7-8 of Rainbow Bazaar events, having displayed my painting art work, since May '2023. This platform provides emerging entrepreneurs like myself to connect with customers, fellow artists and corporates and grow my venture. I am grateful and now a confident entrepreneur, only with constant support from Rainbow Bazaar.”  

Aishwarya

“We are deeply honoured and thrilled to have been a part of the June Pride Month celebrations with Rainbow Bazaar. Participating in four events for the first time was an incredibly enriching experience for Wayward Wayz, and we truly felt the positive impact of being part of this vibrant community. The love, acceptance, and inclusivity we experienced during Pride Month were heartwarming. Being able to share our vision and mission with a wider audience, and seeing the resonance it had, was both inspiring and motivating. We are grateful to Rainbow Bazaar for providing us with this invaluable platform to showcase our brand and connect with so many wonderful individuals. We appreciate the continuous support and dedication of the Rainbow Bazaar team. From the seamless coordination on the ground to the robust backend support, every effort made our participation smooth and impactful. Your commitment to understanding our needs and respecting our boundaries has made a significant difference, and we look forward to more collaborations in the future.

Anjali

“I would like to thank you, Pallabi for always suggesting my brand to the corporates and Preetam for sticking around with me and the other Queerpreneurs at the event, coordinating the event so well ensuring a smooth transition. I look forward to being a part of more such events in the future.” 

Deepika

“I would like to thank you, Pallabi and Preetam immensely for giving me such a seamless experience.
The on ground coordination was perfect, there was never a moment when I felt stuck in my pursuit to reach the venue or help with my products or setting up the stalls.
Preetam was always on top of things, helping us at our stalls, making sure we were well fed and happy.
It was a wonderful experience getting to know her and sharing our life experiences and journey with her.
The Rainbow bazaar team has exceeded expectations and how. I'm personally very happy to have got all these opportunities and also to be a part of this wonderful organisation. Looking forward to meeting with the team again. Thank you once again for making this happen and for all the kindness and hospitality.”  

Nikhil

“Being a small business, I don't get that many opportunities to interact with people one on one so these events are really helpful to get to meet potential clients/customers in person and get their insights and feedback which in turn gives me a better understanding of the customer profile and information regarding their needs and wants.
I also had a good amount of sales through these opportunities which will definitely help my business grow.
I think I can say this for all small business owners that we really appreciate when people not only come up to us to buy our products but to also understand the idea behind our respective businesses, our journeys and our process. It shows that someone is really interested and invested and that gives us a boost to want to do more and better. That wouldn't be possible without opportunities like these so I am really thankful for that.
Praveen was really helpful in coordinating with all the POC's of the respective corporates. He also made sure that all the brand owners present on the day of the stall were looked after and all their needs and queries were answered. Pallabi, you have been of great help through the month and your support extends far beyond just Pride month. Thank you so much for being available and taking necessary actions to sort whatever queries I might have and for all the support you and the rest of the team provides all year round. It really means a lot.

I look forward to bigger and better things with Rainbow Bazaar and Pride Circle.” 

Rekha

“We are delighted to get the opportunity to showcase our products to the prestigious corporate sector like PWC through Rainbow Bazar. We made a good business there and really appreciate the opportunity. Pallabi was an amazing coordinator who helped us in everything we needed for setting up the stall there and also in reaching out to a larger audience.

It was a fantastic experience for us and great opportunity for our brand Rangili.” 

Shruti

“It was a great experience and exposure that I had. Was even more surprised to see the support and feedback I received in terms of ideas and ways I could modify and improve my business. I not only sold my products at the exhibitions I displayed but also got customisations and orders post the exhibitions, which really motivates me to move forward as an entrepreneur. Thanks to Rainbow Bazaar for keeping faith in me and giving me such a platform to display my work.”

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Our happy place is seeing the happiness of our queer-prenurs, when their products get visibility, when their craft is celebrated, when they take the spotlight. And yes, you don't have to be out to sell on Rainbow Bazaar. We keep your identity confidential, and you can list your products under the Rainbow Bazaar banner, you still get to sell to people across the country, without worrying about coming out. 

If you are an LGBTQ+ entrepreneur or know someone who would benefit from this platform, write at [email protected].

Let’s bring queerjoy in the world

 

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