Elyse Propis

Vice President, Growth Strategy Wonder

Elyse Propis has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and companies. Elyse began their career at Mercer as a Human Capital Consulting Analyst from July 2012 to March 2014. After that, they joined Uber and held multiple positions, including Operations and Logistics Manager, Regional Expansion Lead, Global Program Manager for Uber Eats, and Senior Manager and Head of Virtual Restaurants. Their tenure at Uber lasted from March 2014 to July 2019. In 2020, Elyse transitioned into the venture capital industry and worked as an MBA Associate at both NextView Ventures and Bessemer Venture Partners. Elyse also served as an Operator-in-Residence at RSE Ventures for a brief period. In 2021, Elyse joined Wonder as a Senior Director of Strategy & Analytics. Elyse later took on the role of General Manager for WonderX. In January 2023, they were promoted to Head of Expansion. Elyse Propis's education history includes a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Washington University in St. Louis, where they majored in Mathematics & Economics and graduated summa cum laude. Elyse also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Harvard Business School.

Wednesday, August 13

9:20 AM Keynote Panel: Strategies For Profitable Growth In An Era of Economic Uncertainty

In today's volatile economic climate, businesses face unprecedented challenges in balancing profitability with sustainable growth amid shifting consumer behaviors and market instability. To thrive, companies must adopt agile strategies that prioritize resilience, operational efficiency, and customer-centric innovation while navigating inflationary pressures and supply chain disruptions. This keynote panel will explore actionable approaches—from diversifying revenue streams and optimizing cash flow to leveraging data-driven insights and strategic partnerships—that enable businesses to not only survive but capitalize on uncertainty to drive long-term success. Panelists will discuss: 

  • Investing in digital marketing to boost online visibility and drive sales through targeted strategies and influencer partnerships.
  • Optimizing pricing with dynamic strategies and value-driven promotions to appeal to cost-conscious consumers
  • Enhancing customer experience by creating a seamless omnichannel shopping journey that offers convenience and value
  • Leveraging data analytics to identify growth opportunities and make informed decisions in inventory management and supply chain resilience

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Elyse.

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