MEET WANDERING WYLD
What We're All About
From our early pop-up markets to today's thriving retail collective, we've never lost sight of what matters: giving creative entrepreneurs the platform they deserve and proving that resilient local economies aren't just possible – they're powerful.
What Drives Us
Community > Competition
We believe makers are stronger together, sharing knowledge and lifting each other up through collaboration and authentic connection.
Craft > Convenience
Every product in our collection celebrates artistry, innovation, and the magic of handmade goods that tell a story.
Purpose > Profit
We believe business can be a force for good. Our makers lead with heart, and we prioritize people, planet, and craft over chasing margins.
How We've Grown - The Wyld Market Story
2018
The idea for Wandering Wyld is born - an experiment in gathering local makers and building community through pop-up markets.
2019
Our first pop-up shop proves people are hungry for something real. Lines out the door, makers selling out, magic in the air.
2020
In a year of uncertainty, we double down on what matters most: lifting up makers and creating connection wherever we can.
2021
The community keeps showing up. We keep saying yes to bigger spaces, more events, more opportunities to gather.
2022
Reno Public Market recruits Wyld Market as an anchor tenant - the biggest opportunity yet. It feels like we've made it big.
2023
Plot twist: the biggest opportunity isn’t always the right one. Staying true to your why matters more than square footage.
2024
Wyld Market Collective reopens a brick & mortar shop - connecting makers with people who care about their work.
2025
We root deeper into our why - celebrating creativity and building an even more connected community.
2026
Wyld Creative officially launches with resources built specifically for creative entrepreneurs.
OUR IMPACT
By the Numbers (But It's About More Than Numbers)
When we talk about impact, we could tell you about the 500+ makers we've supported or the $1.5M+ that's gone directly into creative businesses instead of corporate profits. We could mention the 150+ events where strangers became collaborators, or the 65+ makers who call our collective home right now.
But the Real Impact?
It's in the maker who finally quit their day job. The customer who discovered their new favorite artist. The workshop student who left with messy hands and a new confidence. The collaborations that happened because two creators met at one of our events.
The numbers matter because they represent real people doing work they love – and that's what we're really here for.
Join Our Story
Whether you're a maker looking for your community, a customer seeking something special, or someone who believes in the power of local creativity—there's a place for you in the Wyld story.