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ShopRunner
ShopRunner is a Chicago-based company founded in 2009. It connects retailers and brands to online shoppers through exclusive member benefits and targeted...
ShopRunner
ShopRunner is a Chicago-based company founded in 2009. It connects retailers and brands to online shoppers through exclusive member benefits and targeted marketing. The company offers an electronic commerce network with free two-day shipping, free returns, and seamless checkout, acquired by FedEx in December 2020.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Year founded
2007
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Chicago
Corporate office
Chicago, IL, United States
Principals
Michael Jones
Chief Executive Officer
Rebecca Van Dyke
Chief Financial Officer
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs ShopRunner?
Michael Jones serves as CEO of ShopRunner, and Rebecca Van Dyke is CFO. Both executives have been in their roles since the company's acquisition by Apex Technology Group in November 2023 (per public records).
Is ShopRunner owned by a private equity firm?
Yes, ShopRunner was acquired by Apex Technology Group, a private equity-backed holding company, in November 2023. Prior to that, it operated as an independent, venture-backed company (per Chicago Inno, 2023).
How does ShopRunner differ from Amazon Prime?
ShopRunner offers free two-day shipping and returns across a network of over 100 online retailers via a single annual membership fee. Unlike Amazon Prime, which primarily benefits Amazon-owned inventory, ShopRunner aggregates independent retailers such as Saks Fifth Avenue, New Balance, and Neiman Marcus, functioning as a multi-brand logistics and marketing platform.
What retailers participate in ShopRunner?
Participating retailers include Saks Fifth Avenue, New Balance, Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's, and Carter's, among more than 100 brands. The platform enables cross-retailer shipping benefits under a single membership (per the company's website).
Does ShopRunner manage third-party capital?
No. ShopRunner is an operating company that generates revenue through consumer membership fees and retailer-funded shipping programs. It does not raise or deploy capital on behalf of external investors or allocators.
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