DALLAS, Sept. 4, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Speed Commerce, Inc. (Nasdaq:SPDC), a leading provider of omni-channel e-commerce services, announces the appointment of eCommerce veteran Mark Steele as the company's Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing. Steele brings more than two decades of sales experience with a proven track record of success in firms ranging from Global Fortune 100 to early and mid-stage venture backed start-ups.
Steele previously served as Regional Vice-President at Oracle Corporation where he successfully led the Mid-Market Oracle Commerce sales team in North America. Steele joined Oracle through the acquisition of Art Technology Group (ATG) where he spent 5 years prior in various sales and sales management roles working globally with leading organizations to deliver software and service solutions critical in the execution of their eCommerce strategy.
"Given Mark's strong industry background and success in delivering world-class e-commerce technology, he will play a key role in expanding our global sales and marketing reach," said Jeff Zisk, president of Speed Commerce. "His deep industry knowledge and proven leadership skills will benefit our expanding base of retail and manufacturing customers looking to grow their online business."
"By delivering world-class technology from Oracle in combination with a-la-carte high demand offerings such as SaaS based Order Management, Hosting & Managed Services, Fulfilment and Contact Center, Speed Commerce truly becomes a single source partner capable of delivering key components necessary to build a successful online business."
"Speed Commerce offers a unique value proposition that executives are looking for when it comes to selecting an eCommerce partner," said Steele. "By combining Oracle's world-class technology with its a-la-carte offerings—such as SaaS based order management, hosting and managed services, fulfilment and contact center services—Speed is truly an omni-channel provider capable of delivering the key components necessary to build a successful online business. I look forward to working closely with the team at Speed and driving value for our customers."
In addition to the appointment of Mr. Steele, Speed Commerce is also announcing the opening of their Canadian office in Toronto, Canada. "Canada is a high growth market for online retail, extending our physical presence into Canada will allow us to better serve existing customers looking to sell into Canada as well as provide a foundation to drive further growth in that region," said Zisk.
About Speed Commerce, Inc.
Speed Commerce, Inc. (Nasdaq:SPDC) is a single-source provider of e-commerce service solutions to leading retailers and manufacturers. The company's omni-channel capabilities unite a digital commerce strategy with traditional retail channels, creating the ultimate branded shopping experience. Services include e-commerce platform development; hosting, managed and marketing services; order and inventory management; pick, pack & ship; returns processing; and 24/7 customer care. For additional information, please visit the company's website at www.speedcommerce.com.