KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. – June 12, 2024 – Radial, Inc., a bpostgroup company and the leader in eCommerce solutions, announced that Laura Ritchey will be stepping down from her position as Chief Executive Officer on July 5. bpostgroup has appointed Craig Simon as Interim CEO of Radial North America. Simon will report to Chris Peeters, CEO of bpostgroup and he will oversee the leadership of Radial North America’s Managing Committee (MCo).
“I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together and confident that Radial will continue to thrive under new leadership. The eCommerce industry’s dynamic nature demands constant evolution, and I am confident in Radial’s exceptional ability to continue meeting these changing needs,” said Laura Ritchey, CEO of Radial.
Simon brings a wealth of experience and a strong track record of leadership within the industry. His credentials include 11 years leading a standalone FedEx operating company as President & CEO, as well as seven years building a new FedEx professional services team-expanding the team from 30 to 500 people. Additionally, Simon spent eight years in supply chain consulting for Andersen Consulting (Accenture) Strategy Practice.
“We extend our heartfelt thanks to Laura for her service and leadership over the last three years,” said Chris Peeters, CEO of bpostgroup. “As we move forward, we are confident that Craig will provide strong leadership and ensure continuity during this transition. His strong level of expertise will be an invaluable asset to Radial North America, as we continue to grow and innovate in the industry.”
Radial’s strategic direction remains dedicated to client satisfaction, operational excellence, and business growth. Simon is committed to these priorities and will continue to build on the strong foundation laid by the Radial and bpostgroup leadership teams.
“We are grateful for Laura’s dedication and contributions to Radial,” said Craig Simon. “I look forward to working closely with our talented team to continue driving our strategic initiatives and delivering value to our customers and stakeholders.”
About Radial
Radial is the industry’s largest 3PL provider that offers integrated payment, fraud detection, and omnichannel solutions to mid-market and enterprise brands. Leveraging over 30 years of industry expertise, Radial rejects the one-size-fits-all approach, instead tailoring its services and solutions to align strategically with each brand’s unique needs.
Our team supports brands in tackling common eCommerce challenges, from maintaining delivery consistency to ensuring secure transactions. With a commitment to fulfilling promises from click to delivery, Radial empowers brands to navigate the dynamic digital landscape with the confidence and capability to deliver a seamless, secure, and superior eCommerce experience.
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