Former WoodCraft IT Director to Oversee Development of nChannel’s Cloud-Based Retail Management Platform

nChannel, a cloud-based multi-channel management platform for retailers has named Chris Brown as its new Chief Technology Officer(CTO).

As CTO at nChannel, Brown will oversee the development and direction of nChannel’s web-based service that helps small to medium sized retailers manage operations in a multi-channel environment. Online subscriptions will include the availability of downloadable ‘adaptors’ which will connect nChannel’s solution to a retailer’s existing POS, financial, eCommerce and/or CRM systems.

“Chris brings a wealth of retail and technical expertise to nChannel,” said Steve Weber, cofounder of nChannel. His comprehensive understanding of the needs of multi-channel retailers, coupled with his exceptional technical skills will ensure our cloud-based platform delivers compelling value for customers.”

Chris was formerly a primary architect of Connect2Retail, a retail management software application from Retaillabs. Prior to that, Chris served as IT director for Woodcraft Stores, a leading retailer of woodworking tools, plans and supplies, where he developed and enhanced Woodcraft’s corporate systems for their complex multi-channel environment. For the last ten years Chris has served as an Adjunct Faculty member at West Virginia University, teaching System Administration, Database Management, and Software Development.