Verndale Joins Sitecore Velocity Program to Accelerate AI Adoption

The partnership grants Verndale priority access to SitecoreAI builder licenses and beta programs, allowing the agency to test new capabilities before they reach the broader market. This collaboration builds on Verndale’s track record of executing over 350 Sitecore projects, supported by a team that includes 12 Sitecore MVPs. The agency plans to utilize its ForgeAI migration accelerator and TIDAL enterprise-focused tools to assist clients across sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services.

Chris Pisapia, CEO of Verndale, noted that the initiative addresses a growing market demand for faster modernization and lower-risk AI adoption. Sitecore Chief Operating Officer Dave Tilbury echoed this sentiment, emphasizing that Verndale’s delivery expertise is critical for brands aiming to maintain control and consistency in an increasingly automated marketing landscape. The move follows Sitecore's recent acquisition of Scrunch, which seeks to improve how brands appear in AI-generated search results.