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John brings to First Index relevant background and leadership experience in the growth and development of companies that facilitate commerce between buyers and suppliers. As Chief Executive, John is responsible for the growth and success of First Index. Prior to joining First Index, John served as Chief Operating Officer of Perfect Commerce, a leading on-demand SRM company serving 190 of Fortune 1000 clients globally. He helped Perfect Commerce double in size through a merger with Pantellos and improve the commercial, fulfillment and technology operations. Prior to Perfect Commerce, John was Chief Operating Officer and Board Director of Achilles Group Limited where he helped grow and improve profitability, directing business units in some 11 countries around the world. Prior to Achilles, John was Executive Vice President of Operations for Pantellos Group, a vertical-sponsored e-marketplace launched by 21 of the 25 largest utilities in North America. He helped Pantellos become the first vertical sponsored e-marketplace to reach a position of positive cash flow. Prior to Pantellos, John served as Managing Director of the e-marketplace consulting practice of CommerceOne and also brings strategy consulting experience from A.T. Kearney and Braxton Associates. He holds a Master's of Business Administration with the Richard Ivey School of Business and a Bachelor's in Economics and Science. | 