commercebuild Announces Leadership Transition: Chris de Visser Appointed CEO
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April 28, 2025 – Vancouver, BC – commercebuild, a global leader in ERP-integrated eCommerce for Sage and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, is pleased to announce a strategic leadership transition that positions the company for its next phase of growth and innovation.
Introducing Chris de Visser as CEO
Chris de Visser Is Appointed CEO of commercebuild, following the retirement of Co-CEO and board member Gary Sherlock. Chris joined commercebuild in 2024 as Chief Operating Officer and board member, bringing extensive experience in ERP, eCommerce, and SaaS through executive roles at Continia and Sana Commerce. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Directions North America, one of the most prominent communities in the Microsoft Dynamics partner ecosystem.
“Chris has a deep understanding of the ERP ecosystem and a clear vision for how commercebuild can lead the charge in transforming ERP-first eCommerce,” said Gary Sherlock. “He’s the right leader to take the business forward, and I’m excited to see where he and the team will take it next.”
Gary Sherlock’s Retirement and Legacy
Gary joined commercebuild in 2019 and has played a pivotal role in reshaping the company’s direction—driving revenue growth, expanding into new markets, and strengthening commercebuild’s position as the go-to ERP-integrated eCommerce platform for Sage and Microsoft Dynamics customers. His leadership laid the foundation for the company’s continued success and innovation.
Jay Newman Assumes Role of Chief Revenue Officer
Jay Newman, former Co-CEO and President of commercebuild, will transition into the role of Chief Revenue Officer. In this role, Jay will oversee sales, marketing, customer success, and partner relationships, with a focus on accelerating global growth and enhancing the customer experience.
“Jay’s passion for our product and deep understanding of our customers’ needs make him uniquely suited for this role,” said Chris de Visser. “He built the commercial engine that brought commercebuild to where it is today, and I’m thrilled to continue working alongside him as we scale to the next level.”
“I want to thank Gary for his leadership and support,” Chris added. “He’s played a major role in building the strong foundation we stand on today, and I wish him all the best in his well-earned retirement and upcoming travel adventures. I’m incredibly energized about what’s ahead for commercebuild. With a world-class team, a market-leading solution, and a growing ecosystem, we’re well-positioned to empower more businesses with ERP-first eCommerce.”
Looking Ahead: commercebuild’s Next Chapter
This leadership transition reflects commercebuild’s ongoing commitment to its customers, partners, and continued innovation. With Chris leading the company and Jay driving revenue growth, commercebuild is entering an exciting new chapter.
About commercebuild
commercebuild is the ERP-first platform transforming ERP data into a personalized eCommerce experience. Our turnkey eCommerce solution delivers 24/7 revenue opportunities without the need for middleware, enabling seamless online buying and selling. Quick to deploy and easy to use, our solutions can be live in 30 days and offer complete eCommerce capabilities at an affordable price for B2B and B2C businesses. Drive revenue growth and enjoy rapid ROI while competing with online retail giants.
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