Kimberly Shenk | eTail Boston

Kimberly Shenk

Co-founder and CEO Novi Connect

A serial tech founder and entrepreneur, Kimberly has led data science teams at early and mid-stage tech startups such as Eventbrite, Domino Data Labs, and NakedPoppy, where she was a co-founder and the Head of Product. Before transitioning to the private sector, Kimberly served as an United States Air Force Captain for 5 years, holding the chief data scientist position at the Pacific Air Force headquarters in Hawaii.

Kimberly spent most of her formative years learning to ski and mountain bike in the natural beauty surrounding Lake Tahoe. She currently resides in Marin County with her husband and two young daughters, where she surfs and runs the trails of Mt. Tamalpais with her weimaraner. She is passionate about shopping her values—scoping out and evangelizing innovative, fair, safe, and earth-friendly consumer brands that don’t sacrifice efficacy.

Kimberly holds a BS from the U.S. Air Force Academy and an MS in data science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). She has been featured in Forbes, TechCrunch, has been a speaker at the Fast Company Innovation Festival, and was recognized as one of Inc. Magazine’s Female Founders of 2023.

Main Day Three: Thursday, August 14

11:55 AM Keynote Panel: Profit with Purpose: Leveraging Sustainability in the eCommerce Landscape

Sustainability has become a critical driver of competitive advantage and customer loyalty in ecommerce. Businesses that align profit with purpose can unlock new growth opportunities by meeting consumer demands for ethical practices while optimizing operational efficiency. This keynote panel will explore actionable strategies for integrating sustainability into core operations—from adopting circular economy models and carbon-neutral logistics to leveraging AI for waste reduction and ethical supply chain management—demonstrating how purpose-driven initiatives can enhance brand value and drive long-term profitability in a rapidly evolving digital marketplace. Expect to hear about: 

  • Optimizing logistics by using eco-friendly packaging and reducing shipping distances, which can lower operational costs and enhance profit margins
  • Introducing sustainable product lines that appeal to environmentally aware shoppers, tapping into a growing market segment and increasing sales
  • Communicating sustainability initiatives clearly to customers, fostering trust and loyalty that can lead to repeat purchases and positive word-of-mouth
  • Using sustainability as a differentiator in marketing strategies, attracting both consumers and talent who prioritize environmental responsibility in their purchasing and career choices

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

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