ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.--()--Groupon (http://www.groupon.com), a shopping website that offers a daily deal on the best local goods, services and cultural events, launched in Albuquerque on March 1, 2010.
“We look forward to introducing favorite local businesses and hidden gems to new residents of Albuquerque, and saving those customers money on their favorite things to do.”
“As one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, Albuquerque boasts a hip, active community and an ideal climate for Groupon activities,” said Groupon founder Andrew Mason. “We look forward to introducing favorite local businesses and hidden gems to new residents of Albuquerque, and saving those customers money on their favorite things to do.”
Using the principles of collective buying, Groupon negotiates unprecedented deals with top businesses. Groupon subscribers receive free daily emails alerting them to the deal. These deals are only activated if a minimum number of people agree to buy, encouraging subscribers to share the promotion with family and friends via social media tools such as Facebook and Twitter. By guaranteeing a large number of new customers, Groupon creates a win-win for local merchants. So far, this innovative approach to e-commerce has generated millions in revenue for local businesses while saving nearly three million subscribers more than $100 million.
“Groupon brings buyers and sellers together in a fun and collaborative way,” said Mason. “We offer the consumer a great deal they can’t get anywhere else and deliver the sales directly to the merchant.”
During its first week in Albuquerque, Groupon’s featured deals will include an upscale Latin restaurant, climbing gym, sports team and a spa. Albuquerque is Groupon’s fortieth city.
About Groupon
Groupon, launched in November 2008 in Chicago, features a daily deal on the best stuff to do, eat, see, and buy in major cities across the U.S., with plans to be in 80 cities by the end of 2010. Groupon uses collective buying power to offer unbeatable prices and provide a win-win for businesses and consumers. Groupon is a project of The Point (http://www.thepoint.com), an online community launched in 2007 for organizing group action. For more information, visit http://www.groupon.com.
To get Groupon’s daily free email for the best in your city, subscribe at http://www.groupon.com.
To learn how to become a featured business on Groupon, visit http://www.grouponworks.com.
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