🍬 Childhood Dreams, Global Distribution: The Story of Raindrops Candy
In 2014, after two decades in food and candy distribution, Abraham Gilinski founded Raindrops Enterprises, LLC. His goal was clear: create memorable, high-quality gummies that spark fun and conversation while dominating shelves nationwide. From mini gummy hamburgers and pizzas to makeup kits and tacos made entirely of candy, Raindrops quickly found a home in stores that value novelty and consumer delight. But the challenge of scaling B2B brands was always there.
“I met one of the founders of iLogistics USA and shared my struggles,” said Abraham. “They said, ‘We’ll build something better. Faster.’ And they did.”
The Fulfillment Shift: From Chaos to 24-Hour Precision (Growth guaranteed)
From 2014 to 2018, Raindrops (a B2B brand) partnered with a different 3PL provider—but that partnership was filled with delays. Abraham recalls waiting up to a week to get a single order processed. This lag wasn’t just frustrating; it limited the company’s ability to respond to wholesale demand.
In 2018, that changed, and growth was knocking at the door.
iLogistics USA was born out of that pain point—with Raindrops as its very first client.
From Startup to Shelf: Where You Can Find Raindrops Candy
Raindrops’ wholesale-focused distribution model places their vibrant gummy kits in thousands of stores, gas stations, and retail chains across North America. Their retail footprint includes:
Every order is tailored to the needs of these retailers—sometimes by the pallet, sometimes by the container. But it’s not just about size.
Each of Raindrops’ wholesale partners—from Hobby Lobby and Michaels to H.T. Hackney and Stewart’s Distribution—has its own strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for receiving goods. These include delivery windows, packaging specs, pallet labeling formats, and even barcode placement rules. A single mistake can lead to rejected shipments, chargebacks, or lost shelf space.
That’s why Raindrops needed more than a fulfillment vendor. Scaling B2B brands need a 3PL partner who could execute with precision and adapt to each retailer’s requirements. iLogistics USA became that partner. Their team follows every SOP to the letter, ensuring that every shipment meets the exact standards of each retailer—on time, in full, and in perfect condition.
This operational excellence has allowed Raindrops to expand confidently into more locations, knowing that logistics will never be the reason they lose a customer.
When Raindrops started working with iLogistics USA, they were shipping between 2 to 5 pallets per day, and 4x Container Expansion.
Today, they average:
Over 30 pallets daily.
16 full containers per month.
150+ active SKUs, up from just 22 at launch.
National delivery across LTL and FTL carriers, including ABF and others.
“The faster our orders got out, the more our buyers ordered,” said Abraham. “Growth was a chain reaction.”
What Makes This Partnership Work
Real-time communication through Slack and WhatsApp, with direct access to the warehouse team.
A dedicated fulfillment crew that expands during peak seasons just for Raindrops.
API integrations with Zoho, syncing their wholesale operation seamlessly with iLogistics USA’s WMS.
A Brief Departure, Then a Powerful Return
In 2020, Raindrops briefly left iLogistics USA as they navigated post-pandemic growth and warehouse transitions. But by early 2023, they were back.
The return wasn’t just about logistics. It was about trust, history, and performance. Since coming back, volumes have surpassed pre-pandemic highs. iLogistics now allocates a dedicated team, scaling staff during peak seasons just to serve Raindrops’ national LTL needs.
This level of preparation and loyalty goes beyond a contract—it reflects a shared vision to grow together.
“It was never the same elsewhere,” Abraham admitted. “We realized that nobody understood our brand and speed like iLogistics.”
Vision for the Future: Costco USA and Beyond
Raindrops already sells in Costco Mexico, and now they’ve set their sights on Costco USA. Their roadmap includes:
Expanding across LATAM and Asia via major retail chains.
Launching new product lines and seasonal concepts.
Continuing to grow their B2B presence through strategic events like the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago, which they attend annually.
“iLogistics isn’t just a 3PL. They’re the reason we were able to scale,” said Abraham. “They believed in our vision when it was just pallets—and they still believe now that it’s containers.”
Ready to Scale Like Raindrops?
If you’re a B2B brand looking to streamline operations, meet strict retail SOPs, and grow your national distribution like never before—iLogistics USA is your next strategic move, we are experts at scaling B2B brands.
