Kenny Kane
Mission-Driven Executive & Founder | Scaling Organizations in Real Estate, Technology & Nonprofit

Austin, TX | kennykane@gmail.com | linkedin.com/in/kennykane | kenny-kane.com

Summary

Mission-driven CEO with 15+ years of experience building and scaling organizations across real estate, technology, and nonprofit sectors. Proven record leading national teams, driving digital transformation, and delivering sustainable growth. Blends operational rigor with a people-first approach to elevate experiences and impact at scale.

Core Competencies

Executive Leadership • Systems Thinking • Operational Strategy • Organizational Scaling • Digital Transformation • Cross-Functional Team Leadership • Nonprofit & Mission-Driven Operations • Technology-Enabled Operations

Executive Experience

Firmspace — CEO (2022–Present); COO (2020–2022); VP/Director of Operations (2018–2020); Consultant (2017)
Premium flexible office provider with locations nationwide

  • Promoted from consultant to CEO, overseeing finance, HR, IT, AV, security, construction, and compliance.

  • Led national teams delivering high-touch services for hundreds of members.

  • Scaled new locations through ground-up builds and technology integration.

  • Modernized IT, AV, security, and facilities systems to improve member experience.

Testicular Cancer Foundation — Chief Executive Officer (2016–Present)
Leading men’s health nonprofit

  • Direct organizational strategy, fundraising, and national programs.

  • Expanded digital presence and diversified fundraising channels.

  • Grew annual summit into a premier resource hub for survivors and caregivers.

Gryt Health — Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer (2016–Present)
Healthtech company focused on patient-centered solutions

  • Advise on technology, governance, and operational strategy.

  • Guide product development and digital infrastructure.

Prior Leadership Experience

Stupid Cancer — Co-Founder & COO (2010–2016)

  • Grew eCommerce revenue from $5K to $275K annually.

  • Produced five national road trip campaigns generating significant awareness and fundraising.

  • Built volunteer networks, digital infrastructure, and signature programs.

  • Honored as Nonprofiteer of the Year (2013).

YNPN-NYC — Board Chair (2016); Partnerships Chair (2014–2015)

  • Launched recurring subscription platform to stabilize membership revenue.

  • Created job board generating new recurring income.

Columnist — Forbes Business Council, BigCommerce, Practical Ecommerce (2014–2022)

  • Contributed thought leadership on digital transformation, growth strategy, and nonprofit operations.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) — Louisiana State University Shreveport (2023)
B.A., Professional Communications — Farmingdale State University (2010)

Boards, Recognition & Affiliations

  • Forbes Business Council & Forbes Nonprofit Council (2017–2022)

  • Nonprofiteer of the Year, YNPN-NYC (2013)

  • Dean’s List