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Jesse Akre joins Blueport as SVP of Sales & Marketing

Written by Jesse Akre | Aug 4, 2025 3:17:03 PM

Excited to Join the Blueport Team!!

After more than two decades in the home furnishings and eCommerce space - working with retailers, manufacturers, reps, and industry associations - I’m thrilled to share that I’ve joined Blueport Commerce as SVP of Sales and Marketing.

For those who know me, you know how passionate I am about this industry and its evolution. The way people shop for furniture continues to change, and retailers need more than just a transactional website, they need a platform built for how furniture is actually sold. That’s exactly what Blueport delivers.

From deep integrations with POS systems to AI-powered search and merchandising, Blueport is built specifically for the unique needs of furniture retail. It’s not a one-size-fits-all solution, it’s a purpose-built platform that understands the complexity, the product journey, and the in-store connection.

I’m incredibly energized by the team here, the momentum in the market, and the opportunity ahead. Our Enterprise, Core, and Essentials offerings give retailers of all sizes the tools they need to succeed online and off - and I’m looking forward to helping even more retailers take that next step.

For those who’d like to read the official announcement, here is the latest:

Furniture Today

Home News Now

Home Furnishings Business

If you’re a retailer thinking about your digital strategy - or just want to catch up, I’d love to hear from you. Let’s connect.

If you want a straight take on what’s working—and what’s not—I’m happy to share. Skip the back-and-forth and book a time that works for you right here.

Here is my calendar link again uncase you missed it above.

Retail on!