Local Driver Membership
Direct Global / Direct Co-ops is excited to announce that Local Driver Co-op, a powerful cooperative owned and operated by its own members, the drivers, is in its third phase of testing in the USA and Canada.
Toronto, Canada – September 30, 2019 – Direct Global / Direct Co-ops is excited to announce that Local Driver Co-op, a powerful cooperative owned and operated by its own members, the drivers, is in its third phase of testing in the USA and Canada.
Through Local Driver Co-op, drivers receive 90% of the revenue they generate, unlike the paltry 75-80% that Lyft and Uber offer their drivers. This does not include the extra fees, wear and tear of the vehicles, among other expenses.
This is a vital difference that guarantees that more money from each ride supports the drivers and their families and allows them to have a democratic voice.
Also, as a cooperative, drivers are able to vote on issues of importance to themselves, communicate and coordinate with each other, and access exclusive discounted products and services, including insurance, gas, automotive supplies, and more.
Drivers interested in becoming a member of the Local Driver Co-op can register through the LocalDriver.coop website.
MEDALLION HOLDERS
Last November, Toronto taxi owners and operators launched a $1.7-billion class action lawsuit alleging the city has failed to properly regulate the private transportation industry and caused the value of taxi plates to plummet by more than 90%.
In New York City, a similar devaluation of taxi driver medallions has been blamed for a rash of taxi driver suicides.
The Local Driver Co-op has created a special class of shares for taxi drivers, recognizing the significant investment that they have made in their medallions, allowing them to recoup their investment.
Amazon Flex delivery drivers will also be invited to join the cooperative, where all members have an equal voice.
SELF-DRIVING CARS
By 2021, the era of self-driving cars will kick in, leaving millions of rideshare drivers without jobs. Local Driver Co-op also has a solution.
Collectively, the Local Driver Co-op initiative will use the accumulated surplus of the cooperative to finance driverless vehicles and kits that will enable drivers to survive in the age of autonomous vehicles.
With the Local Driver AI Initiative, employing new technology will ensure the livelihood of millions of people that will not be in question, but rather, will prepare them for the age of autonomous vehicles by upgrading their existing vehicles to self-driving ones. This will enable each driver to earn passive income, allowing them to spend more of their time with their family, focus on school or other work.
After completing numerous surveys, we have found that the vast majority of consumers would support local families, rather than corporations.
About Direct Global / Direct Co-ops
Headquartered in Toronto, Direct Global / Direct Co-ops is an e-commerce company focused on developing and operating platforms that allow purchasers to leverage their collective purchasing power to reduce the cost of procuring raw materials, finished goods and services. The company’s proprietary web-based platform enables medium and large corporations to harness their collective purchasing power to reduce purchasing and shipping costs. The company’s subsidiary, Direct Co-ops, focuses on helping small and medium-sized businesses.
Direct Co-ops has developed a web-based platform that works with local business associations and others to connect local small and medium enterprises and enable them to aggregate orders for goods and services from local and national manufacturers, suppliers and service providers. By consolidating shipping, the company helps participating businesses reduce the environmental impact of their supply chains. Direct Global / Direct Co-ops has been featured on Bloomberg-BNN, Yahoo! Finance, Business Insider and received mention in “Everything for Everyone”, Nathan Schneider’s seminal text on the modern business cooperative movement.
In 2019, Direct Global / Direct Co-ops became Canada’s Strategic Partner to the Commonwealth, an association of 53 countries representing over 2 billion people in the developing world, as well as the exclusive platform for the US Pacific Rim Chamber of Commerce, representing over 200,000 businesses in 48 countries.
Contact Info:
Name: Steve Anthony
Email Address: Steve@steveanthony.com
Organization: Local Driver Co-op
Address: 56 Kensington Ave., Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Phone Number: (647) 282-5250
BECOME A PARTNER AND RECEIVE 90% OF THE REVENUE & EQUITY
Lyft and Uber drivers, medallion holders and fleet operators – join now and equally own your local rideshare co-op!
Get 90% of the Revenue
Our drivers get to take home more money than ever, with 90% of the ride or delivery fare going straight to their pockets.
Own 90% of the Platform
As a driver-owned cooperative, our drivers own 90% of the platform and get shares. Any driver can join!
Refer Drivers/Riders and Make Money!
Spread the word to help more drivers become independent and make money through our affiliate program!
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Who Are We?
Direct Co-ops has developed a web-based platform that works with local business associations and others to connect local small and medium enterprises, and enable them to aggregate orders for goods and services from local and national manufacturers, suppliers and service providers.
The theory behind this is to access far better procurement rates by utilizing group purchasing power, thereby allowing groups of smaller businesses access to the preferential rates large businesses can negotiate with suppliers. This fits into Direct Co-ops’ wider business ideology – to create a sharing economy which creates a level playing field for both small and large businesses, encouraging small and local businesses to work together for a shared good.
Direct Global / Direct Co-ops has created the Local Driver Co-op for the transport of people and goods. Local Driver is a driver-owned cooperative, where members receive 90% of the revenues and equity, allowing Local Driver to not just undercut Uber and Lyft, but to pay our driver partners more.
Direct Global / Direct Co-ops has already established partnerships with some of the largest co-operative and business associations in N. America and has began to populate its marketplace platform for the future last-mile delivery of food and products.
In 2019, Direct Global / Direct Co-ops became the Canadian strategic partner of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, to promote the Direct Initiative in 53 countries, as well as the exclusive e-commerce platform for the US – Pacific Rim Chamber of Commerce. Direct Global / Direct Co-ops has been featured on MSNBC, Bloomberg-BNN, Yahoo! Finance, Business Insider and received mention in “Everything for Everyone”, Nathan Schneider’s seminal text on the modern business cooperative movement.
Our Partners
WHY JOIN?
Get 90% of the equity and revenue
Our drivers enjoy the highest compensation on the market.
Flexible Schedule
Our drivers can work according to their schedule and availability.
Become a member of a grassroots movement
Our co-op is driver-owned and operated.
Riders save up to 20% versus competition
Enjoy unbeatable rates, guaranteeing your money supports the drivers and their families.
The Rideshare Professor Welcomes All Uber/Lyft Drivers, Medallion Holders and Fleet Operators!
Local Driver Co-op partners enjoy access to our
co-op benefits on products and services.
Local Driver Co-op members enjoy exclusive access to the Direct B2B platform, allowing everyone to enjoy the power of joint-purchasing in the modern age.
Enjoy access to tens of thousands of products, ranging from household supplies to auto parts, to direct savings on major services, such as shipping and fuel.
First 1,000 drivers in each major city join for FREE!
55,000+ drivers in the USA and 9,000+ in Canada join for FREE!
Terms & Agreements, Policy:
(Please read everything carefully, consult with a lawyer or an English spoken sector professional before signing the contract)
By signing this contract, you agree that Canada Brands is merely responsible for Media feature, brand presence, Branding consultation & Solutions. (Social media gains & Marketing materials are NOT included). Our business-class service is considered as Premium Marketing (Branding Solutions) which requires you have all the qualified Marketing materials ready in hand before signing our branding contract. Initial __________________
You are aware that 3 things: articles (to be featured on news/media), Photography and Promo videos are 3 most important Marketing materials for branding. (continue Reference section) Initial __________________
Lease Terms & Financing are subject to interest rate (currently: 7.99%). You have to pay in Full interest rate for the entire lease term upfront as your long term lease commitment. Interest rate upfront pay is non-refundable.
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Social Media Ad Credit:
We will give you Meta ad credit = avg 10% of your branding solution choice (up to $15000 Credit). We use this fund to make sure our branding campaigns reach to enough qualified audience (your potential customers). We recommend you add up to your ad budget to boost & match your expectation. Our expert will arrange and place ad effectively based on branding strategy. Your post choice request is considered by our expert but it is not mandatory. Initial __________________
Money spent on third party ad (social media) is non-refundable.
What is difference between Branding vs Marketing: With the same ad budget, branding works at least 10x better, faster and more valuable !
We aim to promote and make your business name more and more popular to specific (Canadian) audience. We do not guarantee and are not responsible for your sales or revenue growth unless we are working on commission base (we only earn a percentage on your profit if we can generate sale based on mutual agreement. Your brand promotion campaign’s success requires you have enough all marketing materials; especially custom promotional/commercial video and/or with well-written news articles. (you must be qualified with all check marks) Initial __________________
*initials are required at customer’s choice
Customer Care & Social Media Advisor means CANADA BRANDS™ experts will supervise and give advice to your social media team regarding to social media efficiency. Your team is still responsible for creating content and its work quality. We are not responsible for your social media interactions & counts (likes/shares/mentions/tags/comments/posts/…) though we give advice. If it is important for you, we recommend you sign up for social media services. Your ad budget (SECTION 2) will tell your relevant result. Initial __________________
The reason why we highly recommend long term partnership (at least 6 months or 1 year) is to raise brand awareness consistently which makes your brand memorized & trustworthy.
Cancellation:
When you cancel your contract, you will lose your total interest pay. If you cancel your 1 year or 6-month contract before your contract ends, you have to pay a penalty equal to 50% of total of the remaining balance amount. (For example: you subscribed to $10/month plan for 6 months. You cancel your contract at the end of the third month. Your contract still has 3 more months left: $10x3=$30. You will have to pay $15 (50% of $30) for penalty). This does not apply for payment in full, in cash or in etransfer. Payment (in full) in cash or etransfer is non-refundable. Initial __________________
Our estimation is approximate and average. The index is based on social media (facebook - Meta) estimation chart which subject to change from time to time. We do NOT guarantee the amount of views, interactions, or money you will get.
“Canadian viewers: viewers who indicate living, working and doing business in Canada
We are not responsible for budget outstanding.
Your contracted Marketing experts are to take care and get the things done along with third parties. They are not responsible for creating or designing Marketing materials. You are responsible for Marketing material expenditures.
LEVEL UP: STEP 1 SOCIAL MEDIA (Foundation) ——> STEP 2 MARKETING ——> STEP 3 BRANDING (Advanced, Top level)
Our branding partners (experts), who are self-employers/freelancers/independent contractors under our contract, are not your employees. Some days our expert may work on your project continuously 8-10 hours. Some days he/she just sit alone to brainstorm & think about next step or new strategy for your promotion campaign. This time he/she may need to cut off communication with you to concentrate on critical thinking while you may feel or think that he/she is not at work. You have no right or obligation to control their working time and workplace while we are committed to offering the most affordable and effective branding services for your company. We make sure your current ad campaigns still active and running 24/7 every day. When we mention hourly wage for our experts, it also means and includes branding services fee/charge, expert intelligence, labor & working time, business tariff, third party fees and commission shares. We urge you to treat them well & respect them at all time. Initial __________________
Our branding partner will play a role as your business advisor/mentor. You should never feel or think that your advisor/mentor is always better or smarter than you (a coach may not play as professionally as a player does!). You are a business owner; You have your own mindset, skillset, ambition and expectation. Working with our branding experts is to make your business operation & presence stronger, more perfect and fulfilled.
Our experts work in business hours 9am-5pm Eastern Standard Time (EST, Toronto Canada, or local time). You may request our experts collaborate with your project at other times, weekends, or during holidays; however, it’s not mandatory for our experts to do so. Our experts may be available to assist you out of business hours if urgent (but we do not guarantee their availability). Initial __________________
Any of violation of our partnership and/or branding service policies (terms & agreements) may lead to service termination, interruptions, or legal action from our organization and third parties.
Branding on social media (online presence) is the first step to turn your business into a well-known brand. Your budget at this stage is just starter. You may need to add more into your budget later on to make it better action plan (such as join in as sponsor for a popular sport game). Initial __________________
