About Kenny Kane
As a seasoned leader with over 15 years of experience across various industries, I bring a deep understanding of operations, strategy, and innovation to every role I undertake. Currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Firmspace, I lead a distributed team in ensuring exceptional service continuity for our members. My responsibilities encompass overseeing national operations, managing financial and HR functions, and spearheading IT, AV, security, and facility management.
My journey at Firmspace began in 2017 as a Technology and Operations Consultant, where I quickly progressed through key leadership roles, including Chief Operating Officer, Vice President of Operations, and Director of Operations. This trajectory has honed my expertise in construction management, project management, and digital strategy.
In addition to my role at Firmspace, I am a Co-Founder, Board Member, and Chief Technology Officer at Gryt Health. Here, I provide strategic guidance on technology and operations, helping drive growth and governance. At the Testicular Cancer Foundation, I oversee national operations and enhance digital and fundraising efforts, contributing to the organization's impactful programs.
My contributions extend to thought leadership through the Forbes Business Council, where I engage in industry discussions and share insights. Previously, I served on the Forbes Nonprofit Council, providing expert commentary on nonprofit issues.
My nonprofit career includes notable roles such as Board Chair and Partnerships Chair at YNPN-NYC, where I implemented innovative solutions to enhance membership stability and financial health. As Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at Stupid Cancer, I optimized operations, launched an eCommerce store, and led large-scale initiatives that significantly increased revenue and engagement.
With a background in writing for Practical Ecommerce and BigCommerce, I have shared valuable insights on e-commerce challenges and strategies. My career is marked by a commitment to driving meaningful change through leadership, strategic thinking, and a passion for innovation.
Experience
Firmspace
Chief Executive Officer
October 2022 - Present
Chief Operating Officer
July 2020 - September 2022 (2 years 3 months)
Vice President of Operations
September 2019 - June 2020 (10 months)
Director Of Operations
January 2018 - August 2019 (1 year 8 months)
Technology and Operations Consultant
May 2017 - December 2017 (8 months)
Gryt Health
Co-Founder • Board Member • Chief Technology Officer
February 2016 - Present
Testicular Cancer Foundation
Chief Executive Officer
June 2016 - Present
Forbes Business Council
Member
July 2020 - June 2022 (2 years)
Forbes Nonprofit Council
Member
March 2017 - February 2018 (1 year)
YNPN-NYC
Board Chair
January 2016 - June 2016 (6 months)
Partnerships Chair
August 2014 - December 2015 (1 year 5 months)
Stupid Cancer
Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer
November 2014 - May 2016 (1 year 7 months)
Executive Vice President of Mission
December 2012 - October 2014 (1 year 11 months)
Vice President of Operations
April 2010 - November 2012 (2 years 8 months)
Intern
January 2010 - March 2010 (3 months)
Practical Ecommerce
Columnist
May 2015 - March 2016 (11 months)
BigCommerce
Columnist
October 2014 - November 2015 (1 year 2 months)
Northwell Health
Pharmacy Technician
November 2007 - June 2010 (2 years 8 months)
CVS Health
Pharmacy Technician
February 2007 - January 2008 (1 year)
Islip Pharmacy & Surgical
Pharmacy Technician
September 2002 - October 2007 (5 years 2 months)
Education
LSU Shreveport
Master of Business Administration - MBA · (August 2022 - October 2023)
Farmingdale State University of New York
Professional Communications · (2007 - 2010)
Binghamton University
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies · (2006 - 2006)
Suffolk County Community College
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies · (2005 - 2007)
Islip High School
High School Diploma · (June 2005)
Nice People
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“Kenny has a rare blend of tech startup savviness and corporate know-how. I worked with Kenny at TCF and Firmspace and he's shown a strong aptitude to solving any change. What I like about Kenny is that he rolls up his sleeves, doesn't stop learning, and applies cross-industry and cross-category experience to create innovation in anything that he does. If Kenny was a restaurant on Yelp, I would give him 5 stars.”
– Rob Wu, CEO, CauseVox
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“Kenny is an absolute pleasure to work with. He is consistently pitching new ideas, strategies and just overall keeping an eye on the retail and ecommerce industry. He is one of the unique ones out there who has started his own company, has seen the ins and outs of what that means and what entrepreneurs need –– then he is able to translate that information into actionable, educational content that speaks to other business owners in their own language and helps them to succeed. I'd keep an eye on him if I were you.”
– Tracey Wallace, Marketing Expert
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“Many non-profits are time and cash-constrained. Kenny’s writing teaches non-profits how to operate efficiently and best put their limited resources to use.”
— Wade Foster, CEO at Zapier
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“If I could learn digital from only one person, it would be Kenny.”
— Candace Cody, Community Boost Consulting
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“Kenny has a unique ability to educate, encourage and motivate change through his writing. His insights not only inspire greatness, but help businesses of all sizes find a clearer path to success.”
— Brooke Beach, CEO at MarketWake
Honorable Mentions