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Connor Novy

Chief of Staff & Head of Sales Operations
Boston

Connor Novy

Chief of Staff & Head of Sales Operations | Boston

About

As Chief of Staff and Head of Sales Operations at Grant Thornton Stax, Connor Novy bridges high-level vision with tactical execution, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments to enhance business performance. With a strong background in strategy execution, process optimization, and data-driven decision-making, Connor specializes in leading strategic initiatives that drive efficiency and sustainable growth. Passionate about fostering collaboration and business transformation, she leverages quantitative and qualitative insights to optimize sales processes and support Grant Thornton | Stax’s continued innovation. 

 

Prior to her current role, Connor served as Director of Strategy & Operations at SmarterTravel, where she guided strategic decision-making and product planning and managed high-priority initiatives. She also spent several years at Grant Thornton Stax in consulting roles, working with private equity clients to deliver data-driven insights and strategic recommendations across the investment lifecycle.


Connor earned her bachelors in Economics and masters in International Economics and Finance from Brandeis University. 

Extracurricular

When she isn’t in the office, Connor finds much of her entertainment from stories – mainly through reading books and cinema. And if there’s a group ready for a game of bridge, she’s always happy to join in!

Grant Thornton Stax Provides Sell-side Support to Czarnowski on its Acquisition by Platinum Equity
January 23, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax supported event and live experience provider, Czarnowski, on its recent acquisition by Platinum Equity. Read more about the deal here.
The Mispricing of ESG: A Capital Markets POV on Sustainability, Value Creation, and Competitive Edge
By Anuj A. Shah & Joanna Daley January 23, 2026
Clearwater’s Joanna Daley and Grant Thornton Stax’s Anuj A. Shah unpack ESG’s financial relevance and the opportunities available to capital markets.
Grant Thornton Stax Advises Gauge Capital on Investment in Ecosystems
January 20, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax supported Gauge Capital on its recent strategic growth investment in Ecosystems, a category-defining SaaS platform for CVM. Read more about the deal.
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Connor Novy

Chief of Staff & Head of Sales Operations

Boston

Associate Director | London

About

As Chief of Staff and Head of Sales Operations at Grant Thornton | Stax, Connor Novy bridges high-level vision with tactical execution, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments to enhance business performance. With a strong background in strategy execution, process optimization, and data-driven decision-making, Connor specializes in leading strategic initiatives that drive efficiency and sustainable growth. Passionate about fostering collaboration and business transformation, she leverages quantitative and qualitative insights to optimize sales processes and support Grant Thornton | Stax’s continued innovation. 

 

Prior to her current role, Connor served as Director of Strategy & Operations at SmarterTravel, where she guided strategic decision-making and product planning and managed high-priority initiatives. She also spent several years at Grant Thornton Stax in consulting roles, working with private equity clients to deliver data-driven insights and strategic recommendations across the investment lifecycle.


Connor earned her bachelors in Economics and masters in International Economics and Finance from Brandeis University. 

Extracurricular

When she isn’t in the office, Connor finds much of her entertainment from stories – mainly through reading books and cinema. And if there’s a group ready for a game of bridge, she’s always happy to join in!

Grant Thornton Stax Provides Sell-side Support to Czarnowski on its Acquisition by Platinum Equity
January 23, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax supported event and live experience provider, Czarnowski, on its recent acquisition by Platinum Equity. Read more about the deal here.
The Mispricing of ESG: A Capital Markets POV on Sustainability, Value Creation, and Competitive Edge
By Anuj A. Shah & Joanna Daley January 23, 2026
Clearwater’s Joanna Daley and Grant Thornton Stax’s Anuj A. Shah unpack ESG’s financial relevance and the opportunities available to capital markets.
Grant Thornton Stax Advises Gauge Capital on Investment in Ecosystems
January 20, 2026
Grant Thornton Stax supported Gauge Capital on its recent strategic growth investment in Ecosystems, a category-defining SaaS platform for CVM. Read more about the deal.
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