Higher Power!
Sometimes your employees leave for other jobs, a competitor, or family obligations… and sometimes they leave for a higher calling! 😊 Congratulations to former CDi Account Manager, John Quaggin, for being ordained as a Deacon in the Anglican Church of Canada this weekend where he ministers to the congregation at St. John’s Norway Anglican Church […]
Happy Birthday Colin!
It was great catching up with eDeal co-founder Colin Webster in Spain this week. It’s hard to believe over 20 years have passed since he hired my partners, Saurabh Soman, Michael Grieve, and me to help roll out Canada’s first C2C auction Marketplace, which soon pivoted into building branded and networked auction Marketplaces. Although Colin […]
Da Boys!
A big thank you to Tyler Barton and the team at NFL Auction for being such great hosts for the NFL London game (Bear-Jags) this weekend. Our guests included our P3 Real Madrid Memorabilia partners Jon Curleigh, Gordon McPherson, and George North from Sotheby’s. Oh yes, and a huge number of crazed Bears fans who […]
Pickleball, Padel & Pints: Game On, Team!
Last Friday, the CDi crew stepped out of the office and onto the courts for an afternoon of Pickleball and Padel! 🏓🎾 For most of us, it was our first time playing these fast-paced sports, but thanks to the awesome staff at Fairgrounds Racket Club (huge shoutout to them!), we were quickly caught up in […]
Babe Ruth’s ‘called shot’ jersey: a record-breaking auction
In a stunning display of sports memorabilia’s enduring value, Babe Ruth’s 1932 World Series jersey has shattered auction records, selling for $24.12 million. This iconic piece of baseball history, worn during Ruth’s famous “called shot,” has now become the most valuable piece of sports memorabilia ever sold. The legend of the ‘called shot’ During Game […]
CDi at the Jays vs Mets Loonie Dog Night! 🌭⚾
This week, a few of our CDi team members hit the Rogers Centre for the Jays vs Mets game—and it wasn’t just any game—it was Loonie Dog Night! What made the night even better? Watching the Jays Care Foundation Broadcast Auction unfold live! Fans got to check out auction items from the Jays Marketplace in […]
Loyalty programs: giving customers what they want
Recent research from Snappy’s 2024 Customer Loyalty Study has revealed some compelling insights into the power of loyalty programs. The findings suggest that these programs are more than just a nice-to-have—they’re becoming a crucial factor in customer decision-making and brand loyalty. In this context, Marketplaces emerge as a game-changing solution, offering brands the ability to […]
Hilton Honors Experience Marketplace Shines: The Points Guy
Kudos to the folks at Hilton for receiving a stellar shoutout from the esteemed media outlet, The Points Guy, in one of its recent articles. We’re proud to partner with both Hilton and Points.com to deliver exceptional value to Hilton Honors Members. Hilton Honors Experience Marketplace – Powered by Commerce Dynamics Marketplace Solutions
CDi at the 2024 MLB All-Star Game
The CDi team had an incredible few days at the 2024 MLB All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas! Elena, Reggie, and Dave had a blast at the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game while connecting with our Partners at the MLB. A special shout-out to Ray and Greg from the MLB team for their exceptional hospitality. […]
CDi at The National
This week, a few members of the CDi team had the pleasure of attending The National Sports Card Convention in Cleveland, the USA’s most famous Sports Card and Memorabilia Trade Show! We had a great time connecting with a diverse array of clients and vendors. We gained deeper insights into the sports card industry + […]
