Novica.com
RetailCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
NOVICA operates an online retail platform that connects consumers with handmade goods produced by artisans around the world. The marketplace offers a broad catalog—more than 75,000 limited-edition pieces across jewelry, apparel, handbags, rugs and tapestries, home decor, and collectibles. It aims to empower artisans and preserve cultural crafts by providing a global venue for their work. Based in Santa Monica, California, the company was founded in 1999 and maintains regional artisan empowerment hubs across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The business sits in the retail sector with a focus on fair trade and cultural preservation, linking makers with customers seeking unique, handcrafted items. In 2023, NOVICA expanded its reach with the Silk Road region Artisan Empowerment Hub and an Artisans Connect online store in Central Asia to support more small-scale artisans selling handmade goods online, building on a history of supporting artisans worldwide.