Josh Kaplan

Sr. Vice President Operations, Chief of Staff, Sr. Management Consultant
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Josh Kaplan is a senior executive and strategic advisor known for his leadership in emerging technologies, operational transformation, and organizational growth. With a broad career spanning being a founder of multiple businesses, as well as executive leadership roles Consulting, IT, Staffing, E-Commerce, and Supply Chain and Distribution across a variety of industry verticals, he brings a rare combination of technical expertise, business acumen, and people-first leadership.

Currently serving as Chief of Staff and SVP of Operations at Think Consulting, Josh helps clients and teams navigate complex challenges.  Josh achieves success through a practical, hands-on approach rooted in building high performing teams, implementing processes that solve problems, and applying the right systems to accomplish company goals, with a never-ending focus on continuous improvement.

Josh’s early career began with a passion for computing and entrepreneurship. By age 18, he was working full-time in IT for a Manhattan law firm, having already built a small business around custom-built computers and graphic design.  His deep curiosity and experience have led to frequent features in both trade and national media outlets, including CNN and Fox.

Inspired by his late father, Paralympic gold medalist and disability rights advocate Ted Kaplan, Josh is deeply committed to service. He volunteers with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Second Chances, and Veterati, supporting underserved individuals and families with the same care and attention he brings to his professional work.

Whether leading digital initiatives, mentoring future leaders, or contributing to community causes, Josh is guided by a belief in progress through purpose—and a relentless commitment to helping others succeed.

Going in circles, trying to find a path forward? Reach out to Josh and our team of top advisors to learn more about how Think can map out your tactical trek toward tomorrow’s possibilities, today.

Industry Experience

  • IT Advisory
  • Tech
  • E-commerce

Expertise

  • Operational Transformation
  • Global Management
  • Project Management
  • Technical Operations
  • Innovation Process
  • Senior Strategy Advisor
  • Process Engineering
  • Sales Operations
  • Logistics
  • Organizational Effectiveness
  • Training & Development
  • Business Analysis
  • Performance Management
  • Business Development