Postal Connections Introduces Premier Pack & Ship Services to Boise

BOISE, Idaho – Texas-based Postal Connections®, one of the nation’s premier providers of retail packaging, shipping and business services announces local entrepreneur and franchisee, Ron Bishop, will open its first Idaho retail store in the Hazelwood Marketplace at 10673 W. Lake Hazel Road in Boise.

Targeting a summer opening, the new Postal Connections/iSOLD It® store will serve southwest Ada County, including Boise, Kuna and Meridian. Fulfilling the area’s demand for retail shipping, packaging and printing, the store will include iSOLD It® on eBay a unique sales assistance service for people looking to turn unwanted or unused items into cash.

“I’ve been impressed by the Postal Connections/iSOLD It franchise model since day one and have witnessed firsthand how the mail and printing retail business will meet the needs of the Boise community, which is why I decided to open the state’s first store,” said Bishop, an experienced retail professional with years of experience and acumen in the retail sector. “I’m looking forward to building a business with Postal Connections and introducing exceptional customer service to Ada County.”

Bishop brings more than 30 years of retail experience to his new Postal Connections store previously serving as a regional manager with several leading national retail brands. The Lake Hazel Road and 5 Mile Road location is seen as a strategic site to meet the needs of a fast growing and underserved community. Bishop will oversee the day-to-day operations for Postal Connections/ iSOLD It.

“With all the latest business developments happening in the Boise area, it’s certainly an exciting time to be in business here,” said Doug Miller, Hazelwood Marketplace Owner. “Boise is one of the fastest growing markets in the country and it’s great to see all these new businesses bring their developments, products and services to the area.”

Headquartered in Frisco, TX, Postal Connections/iSOLD It has established itself as a leading provider of a wide array of business and personal services, offering access to postal products, mail receiving, shipping with leading carriers, freight, printing, creative services, copying, fax, passport photos, notary, shredding and online sales assistance.

Through its iSOLD It online sales service, Postal Connections’ customers can enlist the digital sales expertise of trained staff who will handle the selling for the customer, ensuring their items are sold in the fastest time and at the best prices. Seller-customers pay nothing until their item has sold. Sellers typically receive 60% to 70% when the item is sold. iSOLD It sales assistance also sells on Amazon Marketplace and other specialty ecommerce websites. Postal Connections/iSOLD It stores frequently sell home electronics, sporting equipment, designer fashion items, collectables, bicycles, auto parts, musical instruments and extremely value art. The franchisor implements intensive, personalized training with all franchisees to ensure needed skills and service is the highest priority in all stores.

“Our stores frequently add services to make life easier for the everyday business owners and consumers and Ron is perfect to carry out our operating values,” said Fred Morache, COO of Postal Connections/ iSOLD It. “I’m confident with his business expertise and customer focus, Ron will thrive in the Boise market. Ecommerce has brought wonderful products and prices to consumers and businesses, yet people appear to be starved for face-to-face services when needed.” said Morache.

There are 47 Postal Connections franchise stores in 21 states across the United States. The retail business model is awarding franchise opportunities to qualified individuals who share the company’s commitment to owner/operator involvement in the business and who will be dedicated to superior customer service.

About Postal Connections/iSOLD It

Founded in 1995, Postal Connections is a national franchise chain of postal, shipping and business service stores. C. “Andy” Thompson and Fred Morache, Co-Directors & Franchisors, purchased the Postal Connections franchise in 2007 and later purchased iSOLD It. Both brands are part of Blue Stamp Franchise Company, Inc. headquartered in Frisco, TX. The franchise is the largest retail chain serving seller-customers selling on eBay, Amazon and other internet sites and uses a customized software system. iSOLD It, the easy way to sell on eBay, is for customers who lack the expertise, the time or are uncomfortable selling goods online.

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