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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!

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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!

The Strategic Risk System: How ESG, SCRM, EHS, and GRC Are Converging
By Anuj A. Shah, Andrew Keller, Owen Tindle, & Marissa Licursi March 13, 2026
Learn why ESG, SCRM, EHS, and GRC software are converging around strategic risk management and how investors evaluate durable risk platforms.
3 Takeaways from Expo West 2026: What Investors Should Watch in Natural & Better-For-You CPG
March 12, 2026
Expo West 2026 revealed key trends shaping natural and better-for-you CPG. Explore three insights investors should watch, from fiber innovation to clean labels.
Kelsey Chisholm Named Among The Consulting Report’s Top 25 Women Leaders in Consulting for 2026
By Kelsey Chisholm February 25, 2026
"The Consulting Report" is pleased to announce The Top 25 Women Leaders in Consulting for 2026, including our very own Kelsey Chisholm (Partner). Click here to read more.
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