Stephan Schambach
About Stephan Schambach
Stephan Schambach is a prominent entrepreneur and technology executive, known for founding and leading several influential companies in the e-commerce sector, including Demandware and NewStore. He has played a significant role in advancing cloud-based solutions and mobile technology in retail.
Current Role at NewStore
Stephan Schambach serves as the Founder, CEO, and Chairman of NewStore, Inc. since 2015. Under his leadership, NewStore became the first company to offer Omnichannel-as-a-Service, which integrates cloud-based order management and Mobile POS solutions. Schambach has been instrumental in raising $45 million in Series B-1 financing for NewStore and securing a $20 million strategic investment from Salesforce. He also led the launch of NewStore Consumer Apps through the acquisition of Highstreet Mobile.
Previous Experience at Demandware
Before his current role, Schambach was the Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Demandware from 2004 to 2015. During his tenure, he transformed Demandware into a leading e-commerce platform, which later became Salesforce Commerce Cloud after its acquisition by Salesforce for $2.8 billion. Demandware had a successful NYSE IPO and was recognized for its innovative cloud-based software-as-a-service e-commerce solutions.
Founding Intershop Communications
Stephan Schambach founded Intershop Communications in 1995 and served as its CEO until 2004. Intershop was one of the first companies to independently develop essential standards for the e-commerce industry. Under his leadership, Intershop went public on both the Frankfurt Stock Exchange's Neuer Market in 1998 and NASDAQ in 2000. The company grew to over 1000 employees with 17 offices globally during his tenure.
Educational Background
Stephan Schambach studied at Harvard Business School, where he completed the Owner/President Management Program from 2012 to 2014. This program is designed for business leaders to enhance their management skills and strategic thinking in a competitive business environment.
Authorship and Thought Leadership
Schambach authored the book 'Makeover: How Mobile Flipped the Shopping Cart,' which examines the influence of mobile technology on the retail landscape. His insights contribute to the understanding of how mobile advancements are reshaping consumer behavior and e-commerce strategies.