Research Focus Supports Commerce One On European Growth
Resourcing specialist assists leading b2b company Newbury, Berkshire -
April 10, 2001 - Research Focus International (RFI), the executive research firm today announced continuing momentum in its relationship with Commerce One, the NASDAQ listed e-marketplace company.
The company has grown over the past twelve months from 120 to c300 people. Senior role requirements fundamental to Commerce One's roll-out expansion in EMEA were awarded to Research Focus. These roles included a European Customer Services Director, VP for Professional Services-EMEA, and senior marketing roles in France, Germany and the Middle East.
Anne Meyer, principal of RFI said "The b2b sector has an unprecedented demand for experienced IT professionals. Sourcing the best talent for Commerce One required a sustained co-ordinated approach across our European team. The hard work has paid dividends. The organization now has a group of senior e-marketplace specialists focusing on EMEA customers.
Sean Redmond, Head of Recruitment for EMEA said "As we continue Commerce One's rapid pace of growth, our goal is to consistently attract the best B2B talent. Research Focus is helping us achieve our goal and recognizes that our employees are our most valuable resource."
About Research Focus
Research Focus International is a leading European executive resourcing specialist delivering professional and cost-effective corporate search solutions when seeking senior/middle management. Based near Newbury; UK, Research Focus is privately held and a member of the Society of Competitor Intelligence Professionals and a member of the New York Research Round Table. Anne Meyer is founder and is backed by an industry-leading team from Europe's best search and selection firms. Additional information on Research Focus is available by calling +44 (0) 1189 710 363 or at http://www.researchfocus.com
About Commerce One
Commerce One® (NASDAQ: CMRC) is the e-marketplace company. Through its software, services and Global Trading Web™ of interconnected business communities, Commerce One enables worldwide commerce on the Internet. With headquarters in Pleasanton, California and offices around the world, Commerce One can be reached by phone at 800 308 3838 (US only) or +1 925 520 6000 or via the Internet at www.commerceone.com.
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Company Contact: Jeanette Daniels at Research Focus +44 (0) 118 971 0363 hq@researchfocus.com
Press Contact: Stella Couch at Write Image (For Commerce One) +44 (0) 207 959 5435 stellac@write-image.co.uk
