Kevin Stark
About Kevin Stark
Kevin Stark serves as the Sr. Director of Innovation at GS1, a position he has held since 2016. With a strong background in electrical engineering and extensive experience in various engineering roles, he focuses on enhancing GS1's standards and solutions through industry trends and digital transformation.
Work at GS1
Kevin Stark has served as the Sr. Director of Innovation at GS1 since 2016. In this role, he plays a crucial part in addressing the organization's innovation requirements by collaborating with both internal teams and external partners. He focuses on identifying and utilizing industry trends and technologies to improve GS1's system of Standards, Solutions, and Services. Stark's work is instrumental in guiding GS1's digital transformation efforts, particularly in enhancing interoperability across supply chains.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Stark holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Semiconductor Sensors (MEMS) from Case Western Reserve University. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Electrical Engineering, focusing on Intelligent Control Systems (Robotics) from the same institution. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and innovative technologies.
Professional Background
Before joining GS1, Kevin Stark accumulated extensive experience in various engineering roles. He worked at Goodrich Aerospace as a Senior Project Engineer and R&D Engineer from 1997 to 2000. Prior to that, he served as an Engineering Intern at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center from 1988 to 1990. Stark also spent six years at Case Western Reserve University, where he held positions as a Research Assistant, Research Fellow, and Teaching Assistant. His career includes a significant tenure as Vice President at NineSigma from 2000 to 2016.
Key Contributions
In his current position at GS1, Kevin Stark is focused on enhancing the organization's approach to innovation and digital transformation. He engages with various stakeholders to ensure that GS1 remains at the forefront of industry developments. His efforts are directed towards leveraging emerging technologies and trends to improve the effectiveness of GS1's standards and services, thereby supporting the organization's mission to facilitate interoperability in supply chains.