Shivani York Appointed as COO to Propel Connectbase's Global Commerce Innovation

Connectbase Welcomes Shivani York as COO

Connectbase, recognized as the Operating System for Transacting in the Connected World, has made a significant announcement regarding its leadership team. Effective August 4, 2025, Shivani York assumes the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO), which is expected to transform Connectbase’s global operations and customer interactions.

With more than twenty years of experience in business leadership and transformation, York is poised to enhance Connectbase’s mission of creating a federated ecosystem where buyers, suppliers, and partners interact using the best market data and software solutions. Her prior roles include senior positions at global pioneers such as Ookla and The New York Times, where she notably drove growth, acquisitions, and expansions.

According to Ben Edmond, the Founder and CEO of Connectbase, “Connectivity is at the core of our digital economy and AI landscape. We are developing the operating system essential for the ecosystem to transact and expand.” He emphasized that York's successful track record of scaling businesses makes her an ideal fit to lead Connectbase into its next growth phase.

In her role as COO, York will spearhead various strategic areas: global operations, product marketing, customer operations, revenue growth, and overall alignment across functions. She aims to streamline the customer journey, ensuring that every interaction, from onboarding to ongoing engagement, is seamless and valuable.

Connectbase is currently accelerating its global footprint, serving over 400 providers across 150 countries. Their platform has mapped 2.2 billion locations, offering real-time serviceability and pricing. The company's innovations are set to unify network service providers with data centers and cloud platforms, enabling a more fluid commerce process.

The growing demand for connectivity, particularly with advancements in AI and cloud services, positions Connectbase uniquely to redefine digital infrastructure purchasing and selling dynamics, offering substantial opportunities for investors and partners.

York remarked, “Connectbase is not just growing; it is reshaping how connected commerce creates value.” Her enthusiasm for the mission highlights the potential for further advancements for customers and partners globally.

Connectbase stands as a crucial component in the connectivity sector, with its flagship platform digitizing the entire supply chain involved in buying and selling connectivity. With unmatched data and AI-driven automation at its core, the company continues to drive efficiency and growth across its myriad of global partners. To delve deeper into Connectbase's transformative journey and offerings, their website serves as a primary resource.

For additional inquiries, Mary Ann Rose, the Senior Vice President of Global Sales & Marketing, can be reached via email or phone to provide more insights into this dynamic shift in leadership and its expected impacts on the business landscape.