Caro Holdings Inc., a growth enablement company combining funding, AI tools, and operational support, has announced a strategic partnership with Kisqueya to transform its digital platform into a global AI-powered marketplace. The initiative aims to boost visibility and ecommerce scalability for Black-owned and independent brands worldwide.

Reimagining the Marketplace Experience

Modeled after platforms like Etsy, Temu, and Alibaba, while also offering directory functionality akin to Yelp, the upcoming platform will connect sellers with international buyers and enhance discoverability for service-based businesses.

Caro Holdings will provide the core digital infrastructure, including:

• Ecommerce framework

• AI-powered tools for discovery, analytics, and communication

• Automated vendor onboarding

“This partnership supports our goal to build inclusive, AI-driven platforms for underserved markets,” said Meriesha Rennalls, Director at Caro Holdings. “With Kisqueya, we’re creating a space where Black-owned businesses can grow with the tools and visibility they need.”

Kisqueya’s Role: Community-Led Growth

Led by Marie-Michelle Legrand, a Haitian entrepreneur with a background in social law, Kisqueya will spearhead vendor outreach and market development. Known for merging ethical commerce with community upliftment, Legrand’s mission includes creating opportunities for young women through charitable programs.

“This platform is about access and opportunity,” said Legrand. “We’re opening pathways for Black-owned businesses to grow and scale.”

Features of the Platform

• AI Analytics: Real-time insights into customer behavior and vendor performance

• Personalization Engines: Tailored product discovery and shopping journeys

• AI Voice Communication: Streamlined engagement through automated interactions

Why This Matters

With global e-commerce sales reaching $5.8 trillion in 2023 and expected to surpass $8 trillion by 2027, marketplaces now account for over 60% of those sales. Yet, many small and minority-owned businesses still face barriers to participating in this growth.

This platform aims to bridge that gap, offering inclusive access to digital tools, data insights, and global visibility.

The Caro-Kisqueya partnership signals a powerful shift toward inclusive commerce, empowering underrepresented entrepreneurs through scalable, AI-driven digital infrastructure. Launching in the U.S. first, the platform is set to evolve into a global ecommerce hub, championing equitable access and sustainable growth for diverse brands.