Empowering Artisans, One Craft at a Time
ArtisanBD was born from a simple belief: Bangladesh's extraordinary craft heritage deserves a global stage. We built this marketplace to connect talented artisans directly with buyers who value authentic, handmade goods — removing middlemen and putting more money in artisans' pockets.
Our Values
Everything we do is guided by these principles
Authenticity First
Every product on ArtisanBD is verified handmade. We personally vet each artisan to ensure genuine craftsmanship — no mass-produced imitations.
Artisan Empowerment
We charge Bangladesh's lowest marketplace commission rates so artisans keep the maximum share of every sale. Their prosperity is our success.
Trust & Safety
Escrow payments protect every transaction. PCI-DSS compliant infrastructure and encrypted data ensure buyers and sellers are always safe.
Global Reach
We help Bangladeshi artisans access customers in over 50 countries, turning local crafts into internationally celebrated goods.
Community
ArtisanBD is more than a marketplace — it is a community of craftspeople, buyers, and advocates united by a love for handmade goods.
Reliable Delivery
Partnerships with leading logistics providers in Bangladesh and globally ensure products arrive safely and on time.
Our Journey
2023
ArtisanBD founded in Dhaka with 12 artisan partners
2024
Expanded to 847+ verified artisans across all 8 divisions of Bangladesh
2024
Launched mobile app and bKash/Nagad payment integration
2025
Reached 12,000+ buyers worldwide and ৳3.1 Crore GMV milestone
2026
Introducing AI-powered recommendations and international shipping to 50+ countries
Meet the Team
The people behind ArtisanBD
Rahim Chowdhury
Co-Founder & CEO
Former textile industry veteran with 15 years experience in Bangladeshi craft exports.
Nadia Islam
Co-Founder & Head of Artisans
Anthropologist and craft advocate who spent a decade documenting Bangladesh's artisan communities.
Tanvir Ahmed
CTO
Full-stack engineer and e-commerce architect who built platforms for South Asian markets.
Join Our Mission
Whether you're a buyer who values authentic crafts or an artisan ready to share your work with the world — there's a place for you on ArtisanBD.