About Varis
Reimagining B2B commerce. Embracing innovation.
We’re a technology-enabled business network that believes in forming trusted, durable partnerships with our customers to level the playing field for buyers and sellers of all sizes and backgrounds. And we’re just getting started.
Our innovations
Varis is a new class of software, built from the ground up with a user experience that equally benefits buying organizations, partners, and suppliers. And all our products have been designed with the end user in mind.
Our principles
Innovation that simplifies
We are streamlining procurement transactions to make business easier.
Innovation that simplifies
Humanizing technology
We are bridging digital transformation with a human touch.
Humanizing technology
Trust through transparency
We act with integrity to forge long-term trust.
Trust through transparency
Meaningful connections
We expand access to allow organizations of all backgrounds to thrive.
Meaningful connections
Access over accolades
Varis believes in maintaining a flat organization. One where everyone is respected for their unique talents and viewpoints, regardless of tenure. And every employee has a close, transparent working relationship with leadership.
Prentis Wilson
Stephanie Weeks
Daniel Smith
Jason Fraysier
Richard Fieman
Prentis Wilson
Chief Executive Officer
It’s no surprise that creating innovative solutions to solve complex problems is what makes Prentis Wilson come alive since, as CEO of Varis, he’s responsible for establishing and scaling an entire business focused on transforming B2B sourcing, purchasing, and supply chain.
While he might sit at the top of the org chart, Prentis’ collaborative style keeps him connected to colleagues and customers alike. In fact, it’s these interactions that keep him energized to push the boundaries of what’s possible and motivated to bring his best self to the table.
Prentis’ credentials include two master of science degrees (one in mechanical engineering and one in business administration from MIT’s Sloan School of Management), along with a bachelor’s degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology. His professional track record includes a long list of successes in building large-scale and disruptive B2B technology, including solutions at Amazon Business.
Prentis Wilson
Chief Executive Officer
It’s no surprise that creating innovative solutions to solve complex problems is what makes Prentis Wilson come alive since, as CEO of Varis, he’s responsible for establishing and scaling an entire business focused on transforming B2B sourcing, purchasing, and supply chain.
While he might sit at the top of the org chart, Prentis’ collaborative style keeps him connected to colleagues and customers alike. In fact, it’s these interactions that keep him energized to push the boundaries of what’s possible and motivated to bring his best self to the table.
Prentis’ credentials include two master of science degrees (one in mechanical engineering and one in business administration from MIT’s Sloan School of Management), along with a bachelor’s degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology. His professional track record includes a long list of successes in building large-scale and disruptive B2B technology, including solutions at Amazon Business.
Stephanie Weeks
Chief Experience & Product Officer
Stephanie is a dynamic force, infusing her contagious energy into collaborative team efforts with buying organizations, suppliers, and teams across Varis. Her passion lies in understanding customers, shaping vision, and transforming ideas into reality. At Varis, Stephanie spearheads the design and product management teams, approaching every facet of the customer experience as an opportunity for understanding, analysis, definition, design, and customer delight.
A driving force behind industry-changing innovations in procurement, business intelligence, and education, Stephanie has a track record of innovation, collaboration, and delivery. Her impactful career journey includes global leadership positions at Amazon Business, AWS Quicksight and the invention of Q, and Blackboard.
Stephanie holds two degrees in Computer Science, a BS from Kennesaw State University, and a MS from The George Washington University, with a focus in human-computer interaction.
Ever the perpetual learner, Stephanie is a veracious reader and is rarely seen without a cup of coffee in hand. She actively champions inclusivity in the tech industry, working tirelessly to create space for under-represented voices so that they are not just heard and seen but empowered to lead.
Daniel Smith
Chief Customer Officer
When crucial decisions need to be made, Daniel steps up, overseeing all Private & Public Sector customer-facing and growth functions, including go-to-market (Marketing, Sales & Customer Success), Corporate Development, and Customer Operations.
Daniel has built a reputation for aligning companies for success and thrives when he’s leading complex organizational change and turnarounds, implementing scalable processes, and driving higher levels of revenue and profitability.
This is why top companies like Amazon, Perot Systems, and Dell have tapped Daniel to level up their SaaS and eCommerce pursuits. Before diving headfirst into the business world, Daniel received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Texas A&M University and was a Marshall Memorial Fellow.
Jason Fraysier
Chief Financial Officer
With over 25 years in finance, Jason is a leader with deep experience in both private and public technology companies and is responsible for the financial direction and management of Varis. Prior to joining Varis, Jason spent over nine years at Amazon launching and scaling new businesses such as Prime Music, Amazon Business, and Buy with Prime. He also spent time leading finance for Amazon’s retail systems guiding site pricing, promotions, imaging, and third-party seller fee settings. Additionally, Jason has served in roles within private equity, consulting, and at Snap Inc. Jason holds a B.S. from Penn State University and an M.B.A from the Columbia School of Business.
Richard Fieman
Chief Legal Officer
With a career spanning nearly two decades at the intersection of law and technology, Richard Fieman exemplifies a deep commitment to integrity and compliance. He leads Varis’ legal organization, steering the strategic direction of our legal and compliance efforts. His experience bridging the gap between law and innovation is instrumental to ensuring Varis’ secure and sustainable growth.
Before joining Varis, Fieman led the Intellectual Property, Marketing, Privacy, and Legal Operations teams at publicly traded The ODP Corporation. Prior to that, he was in private practice at an international law firm specializing in complex intellectual property litigation and transactional matters.
Fieman received his Juris Doctor and Bachelor of Arts degrees from the University of Florida, and he is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US).