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Confex and Jisp launch industry first wholesale loyalty platform

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Confex buying group has announced a partnership with retail/wholesale solutions provider Jisp, to launch its own wholesale loyalty and rewards platform for its members and their retailers. The new ‘Confex Savings Club powered by Jisp’ is described as an industry first, providing wholesalers the opportunity…

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