NuOrder by Lightspeed has appointed Chris Akrimi as head of revenue for Lightspeed B2B/NuOrder. Most recently, Akrimi was the CEO of The Layer, a tech company that “transforms commerce data through AI. ” There, he focused on positioning the company at the “forefront of AI-driven product data management.”
Before that, Akrimi was the global chief revenue officer at Joor. He has also held executive leadership positions at Ralph Lauren, Eastpak and Scotch & Soda.
“I am excited to be joining Lightspeed and becoming part of a forward-thinking, innovative company that is shaping the future of commerce. It’s about pushing boundaries, driving success for businesses worldwide, and shaping the future in a rapidly evolving digital era,” said Akrimi.
Throughout his decades in retail, Akrimi has reportedly “executed successful programs working with LVMH, Hermes, Richemont, Capri, VF Corp., Chanel, Kering, and Itochu.”
“Chris has a distinguished and proven track record of collaborating with and driving success in partnership with prestigious tech companies, global brands, and luxury retail powerhouses,” said Michael Ganci, SVP of B2B Go-to-Market, NuOrder by Lightspeed. “His experience and his ability to align business strategy with market demands while maintaining a strong focus on financial performance positions him as a pivotal asset in helping drive Lightspeed’s global future success.”
Akrimi earned a Bachelor of Applied Science from the University of Bedfordshire Business School.
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