The Wireless Convergence Network “WiCON,” the Nation's first membership trade association and comprehensive buying consortium, recently announced the launch of its network which is designed specifically to benefit wireless dealers and wholesalers and promises to enable members with greater buying power and economies of scale.

The announcement, which was made at the CTIA (News - Alert) Conference, included the launch of WiCON’s Network to dealers, resellers and wholesalers with a complementary 90 day no-risk trial offer aimed at offering prospective members the opportunity to fully experience the benefits of the Network, with minimal risk. 

Monthly membership dues range from $25 to $150 per store, depending upon the size of the organization.

The network is said to offer nearly 4,000 small and medium size business owners within the wireless dealer community a voice by pooling their resources and connecting them to a limited number of top suppliers, providing deep discounts on quality products and services. 

Scott Tibbets, co-founder and CEO of WiCON believes that by participating in the WiCON Network, members will be able to compete on a level playing field.

'We have negotiated contracts with the biggest brand names within the wireless industry, and general small business category that are second to none.  They guarantee that the independent wireless dealer will purchase goods and services at lower prices and at more favorable terms.  This guarantee will increase margins, cash flow and overall profitability for the dealers who have long needed a vehicle to aggregate their resources,” Tibbets said.

Key advantage of this network include wireless devices and accessories, warranty exchange, trade-in programs, point of sale software, store fixtures and construction, office supplies and business services, operational functions such as accounting, human resources, financial services, real estate, brand development, inventory management and legal services.

 “The WiCON network is an active forum for its members to seek and receive a comprehensive sleeve of services to help make every aspect of their business better.  Our legal services, real estate department, accounting, finance, operational consulting and brand development was created specifically for the needs of the independent wireless dealer and are delivered at the lowest cost anywhere in the market place,' said Tibbets.

WiCON official also said that the organization expects no fewer than two hundred dealer members on its network this year and well over two thousand in 2012.