Chris G.
About Chris G.
Chris G. is the Chief Executive Officer of Blue Acorn iCi, having previously held various leadership roles within the company. He has extensive experience in the retail and e-commerce sectors, including significant contributions to BORN Group and a successful acquisition of Blue Acorn iCi by Infosys.
Current Role at Blue Acorn iCi
Chris G. serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Blue Acorn iCi, a position he has held since 2023. His leadership role involves overseeing the strategic direction and operational management of the company. Prior to this, he was Co-CEO from 2019 to 2023, where he played a significant role in the company's growth and development. His extensive experience within the organization includes previous roles as Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Marketing Officer, contributing to various aspects of the company's operations and strategy.
Previous Experience at Blue Acorn iCi
Chris G. has a long history with Blue Acorn iCi, having held multiple positions since joining the company. He served as Chief Marketing Officer from 2014 to 2016, then transitioned to Director of Sales and Marketing from 2012 to 2014. After his tenure as Chief Revenue Officer, he became Co-CEO, demonstrating his versatility and commitment to the organization. His leadership was instrumental in merging Blue Acorn with BrandShop, iCi Digital, and Mediotype to form Blue Acorn iCi.
Career Background and Early Roles
Before joining Blue Acorn iCi, Chris G. held various positions in different organizations. He worked at Portalis AG as Managing Director for North America from 2009 to 2010. His experience also includes roles at BORN Group as VP of Ecommerce and at Entertainment Media Works in several capacities, including Vice President of Business Development. His early career laid the foundation for his expertise in ecommerce and retail.
Education and Academic Background
Chris G. studied at Florida Atlantic University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Marketing. His academic background provided him with essential knowledge and skills that he has applied throughout his career in various leadership roles within the retail and ecommerce sectors.
Achievements and Contributions
Chris G. has made significant contributions to the companies he has worked for. He led the acquisition of Blue Acorn iCi by Infosys for $125 million in 2020. At BORN Group, he established a successful business model that attracted high-profile clients and grew the commerce division from $0 to $15 million in revenue. He also pioneered StarStyle.com, which enabled users to purchase products featured in media. Additionally, he founded BrandOrders in 2008, automating the B2B wholesale buying process.