
Shopify Appoints Jess Hertz as New COO Amid Executive Changes
News Summary
Shopify, Canada’s largest tech company, has announced significant changes to its executive team. Jess Hertz, previously the general counsel, has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. This appointment follows the departure of Kaz Nejatian, who left to join Opendoor. Meanwhile, Bobby Morrison, Shopify’s Chief Revenue Officer, announced his departure after more than three years with the company. Morrison contributed significantly to Shopify’s financial performance, helping to increase its market capitalization fivefold. Jess Hertz brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles at Facebook and the White House. Founded in 2006, Shopify continues to be a leader in the e-commerce sector, recently partnering with OpenAI to integrate ChatGPT for an enhanced shopping experience.




