About Us

Who Is Velocity

Velocity is a technology company on a mission to transform the way you do business. Through human-centric innovation, we help B2B businesses connect the dots with modern solutions that enable rapid growth.

Our Mission

Scalable Software Built to Move Business Forward

A division of MedShift, Velocity is on a mission to remove friction from the way businesses sell and finance their products. Our Velocity Solutions portfolio brings that mission to life through two core products: Velocity Commerce, which streamlines B2B ordering and workflow management, and Velocity Lending, which puts embedded financing at the point of sale.

2015MedShift is founded in Charlotte, NC
2019Velocity SaaS platform is created
2024$50M+ annual revenue, Velocity Lending app launched
2025Launched Shopify native instance of Velocity Commerce
Our Values

The Principles Behind Our Work

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Driven

We show up with purpose, curiosity, and a commitment to helping clients grow.

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Humble

We listen, learn, and work together because success is a team effort.

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Strategic

We turn thoughtful planning into software solutions that create momentum.

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Human-Centric

We build around the people who use, manage, and rely on our solutions.

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Innovative

We use fresh thinking and modern technology to solve meaningful problems.

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Resilient

We adapt, problem-solve, and keep progress moving through every challenge.

By the Numbers
80+Manufacturers, Distributors and Product Partners
$400MDeployed through the Velocity Lending app
10Years of growth and innovation
Our Team

Built by People Who Care

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Brian PhilipsFounder & Executive Chairman
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Joe GasqueChief Executive Officer
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Joel ThomasChief Financial Officer
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Adam WalshChief Technology Officer
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Sean ShapiroChief Commercial Officer
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John DonovanSenior Vice President of Technology Services
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Emily ZodtnerSenior Vice President of Marketing
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Carol SartoriVice President of Human Resources
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Sarah NolandVice President of Finance
Awards & Recognition

Recognized for our work.

Velocity and MedShift build sustainable, growth-driving technology — and we’re proud to be recognized for it across the industry.

Inc. 5000

America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies, 2020–2024

Deloitte Technology Fast 500

Winner in 2021, 2022 & 2024

Inc. Best Workplaces

Named to the list in 2025

Charlotte Business Journal Fast 50

Fastest-Growing Private Companies, 2020 & 2024

The Tech Tribune

Best Tech Startups in North Carolina, 2024 & 2025

Globee Awards for Business

Gold — Innovation of the Year in IT (Velocity), 2023

Stevie Awards for Technology

Bronze — Technical Innovation of the Year (Velocity), 2024

Titan Business Awards

Platinum — Best IT Software System (Velocity), 2023

Corporate Excellence Awards

Most Innovative MedTech Solutions Company – USA, 2024

In the Community

Commitment to our communities.

MedShift is on a mission to support the Charlotte community through partnerships that help our neighbors and community thrive.

The Dottie Rose Foundation

A local nonprofit delivering technology-focused education for pre-teen to teen girls — setting the standard in computer science education while bridging the gender gap in tech.

Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina

Our team collects and delivers non-perishable items to support Second Harvest’s mission to eliminate hunger through education, advocacy, and partnerships.

The Creative Player Foundation

A proud sponsor and year-round volunteer supporting after-school programs and sports education — using soccer as a tool for positive change and to bring kids together across backgrounds.

High Point University

A dynamic partnership aimed at recruiting top-tier talent, engaging closely with HPU to enrich our team with skilled professionals.

Velocity Solutions

See how Velocity Commerce and Velocity Lending work together to streamline B2B ordering and put financing at the point of sale.