Retail Partnerships

Supercharge your marketing and fulfillment

Gain access to tens of thousands of customers with immediate need for your products.

1
Save Marketing Dollars

Our platform promotes a zero-cost customer acquisition model. We put your products in front of students right when they're spending $75B each year on college move-in.

2
Increase Conversions

Here at Roomie we embrace metacommerce and we have the data to prove it! In home furnishings, the use of 3D/VR has been shown to increase conversion by 17x.

3
Unboxing, Not moving

Higher level of delivery service at a lower cost differentiates from other retailers via our in-room delivery model. Earlier, more confident purchases from streamlined catalog enable better inventory planning, bulk shipping, and fewer returns for you.

Learn how you can add your products to the Roomie marketplace
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“We are so excited to offer our students the Roomie platform. We know they are going to love this service”

Abigail, Assistant Housing Director
Ole Miss University

Frequently Asked Questions from Retailers just like yourself.
Q.
Are there ongoing costs to partnering with Roomie?
A.

No – our model is solely based on sales conversions through the platform

Q.
Can Roomie reflect current and ongoing promotions?
A.

Yes – Roomie can work with you to create bundles, unique promotions, and activation opportunities

Q.
What can we sell on Roomie?
A.

As long as it’s not specifically prohibited by the school/landlord, we are open to traditional bed, bath, storage décor as well as other relevant products and services you’re looking to promote

Q.
How does in-dorm delivery work?
A.

We partner to find a bespoke fulfillment model that meets your needs, whether that’s fulfilling orders as normal to a Roomie facility or partnering on delayed bulk shipping to campus – we are happy to innovate with you!

Q.
What do you need from us to get started:
A.

It’s easy! We need to align on the catalog for modeling and then work with you to find the best purchase order integration approach, which ranges from off-the-shelf to custom solutions.

Q.
Why should we turn our catalog 3D with Roomie?
A.

Get exposure to and benefit from Web 3.0 trends without having to invest yourself. It’s been shown that 3D/VR interactions can increase conversion by 17x

Q.
What if we don’t have 3D models of our products?
A.

No problem – we have a team of in-house and best-in-class modelers who can convert existing product details into high fidelity 3D models

Q.
What’s in it for retailers?
A.

Win the back-to-college basket with no CAC and cut logistics costs with earlier demand signals, better inventory management, and bulk shipping opportunities.

Q.
Why should students purchase through Roomie?
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With accurate measurements, interactive 3D room design, and in-dorm delivery prior to move in, we’re confident that we offer students a game-changing experience compared to traditional retail.

Q.
Can Roomie reflect current and ongoing promotions?
A.

Yes – Roomie can work with you to create bundles, unique promotions, and activation opportunities

Q.
Are there ongoing costs to partnering with Roomie?
A.

No – our model is solely based on conversions through the platform

Q.
What if we don’t have 3D models of our products?
A.

No problem – we have a team of in-house and best-in-class modelers who can convert existing product details into high fidelity 3D models

Q.
How do you get items into the space prior to move-in?
A.

Roomie has exclusive partnerships with dozens of top universities

Q.
What if a building or room is renovated or occupancy needs to change?
A.

Models can be edited directly in the admin console by a manager or the Roomie team

Q.
What items will be on the platform?
A.

Necessities (Twin XL sheets, pillows, toiletries, etc) as well as commonly bought furnishing (storage bins, décor, lighting, etc)

Q.
Can Roomie be used on marketing websites?
A.

Yes – we can provide links, GIFs, or 360 photos for your websites to show off your residential spaces!

Q.
How many campuses are you working with?
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Roomie has created partnerships with dozens of tier 1 campuses, accounting for more than 150,000 students on-campus

Q.
Who does the fulfillment?
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We work with you to come up with a fulfillment strategy, but we coordinate and handle all final mile components

Q.
How does Roomie get access to the room prior to move-in?
A.

We have exclusive partnerships with campuses and property owners to create a one-of-a-kind tenant experience

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