GSI Commerce Appoints Scott Hardy Executive Vice President – Business Management
Hardy Brings Deep Professional Services Experience to GSI
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., May 21, 2007 – Michael G. Rubin, chairman, president and chief executive officer of GSI Commerce Inc. (Nasdaq: GSIC), today announced that Scott Hardy has joined the company as executive vice president – business management. Hardy, a recognized leader in the consumer/retail sector of the professional services industry, will report directly to Rubin and will oversee driving the growth, profitability and satisfaction for GSI’s growing partner base.
“Scott’s extensive professional services experience in the consumer/retail industry makes him an excellent addition to GSI’s senior management team,” said Rubin. “He has successfully led the development and implementation of enterprise-wide strategies and technologies for major consumer companies. I’m confident that his industry insight and hands-on approach will be a tremendous asset to GSI as we focus on the needs of our current and future partners.”
Prior to joining GSI, Hardy led the consumer markets segment in the Americas at BearingPoint, Inc., a global management and technology consulting company. He oversaw some of BearingPoint’s largest commercial engagements in areas such as business transformation, customer management, workforce optimization, merchandising, and store operations.
“GSI is at an exciting point in its growth,” said Hardy, “and I’m energized by the opportunity to lead an integrated effort to deepen GSI’s relationships with our more than 60 partners. GSI’s continued success and growth are inextricably linked to that of our partners. The business management team is fundamental to ensuring that all aspects of our e-commerce solutions are designed and delivered according to partner needs.”
Hardy is a graduate of the Georgia Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering.
About GSI Commerce
GSI Commerce is a leading provider of e-commerce solutions that enable retailers, branded manufacturers, entertainment companies and professional sports organizations to operate e-commerce businesses. We provide solutions for our partners through our integrated e-commerce platform, which is comprised of three components: technology, logistics and customer care, and marketing services. We provide e-commerce solutions for more than 60 partners.
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