Recently, SVP of eBay Americas Scott Cutler sent a letter to the White House Task Force on the United States Postal Service (USPS) asking that the task force consider small businesses and rural Americans as they craft their report on reforming the USPS. As one of the world’s largest and most vibrant online marketplaces, eBay empowers entrepreneurship and small business growth. Access to a variety of affordable shipping options is critical for small businesses selling on eBay, who are able to thrive in the global economy as they rely on the USPS.

Additionally, thirty-six percent of eBay’s sellers come from small towns or rural areas and USPS “last mile” delivery services and the availability of USPS retail locations are critical for rural buyers and sellers alike. Says eBay seller and rural Louisiana resident Clark Taylor, “I consider the USPS to be a vital partner in my business. They provide consistent and competent service in virtually every location. All in all, I cannot imagine how I would have been able to grow my business without the USPS.”

A strong and vibrant USPS is critical to small businesses that use marketplaces like eBay to reach customers throughout the U.S. and across the world. Click here to read Scott’s letter.