Aug 25, 2006

Happy Birthday, eBay Certified Provider Program!

This month celebrates the 2nd anniversary of the launch of the eBay Certified Provider Program, which provides visibility to our most committed developers and service providers. Its mission is simple: Provide the right kind of help to the right eBay user at the right time. This has been my baby that I grew from the ground up, and with the help of my team, it’s become one of my greatest successes. Our members are the finest collection of providers in the online auction industry.

Backgrounder: There are companies that create software that connects directly to eBay. Others companies offer non-technical services like creative design. Both help eBay users do things like save time listing or buying, find products to sell, and increase profits. I work with the cream of the crop.

Companies like Microsoft have proven that no company is an island. External partners and their innovation is key to any company’s success. I’ve been lucky in my career. I’ve worked in Developers Programs at Philips, Apple, and now eBay. In each case, my job has been to help grow the businesses of other companies who offer software and services to our customers. I love my job.

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