Shawn Devries

Shawn DeVries currently serves as Managing Director at 8th Light, leading strategic account management and sales efforts while prioritizing authenticity, transparency, and curiosity. With a diverse background, Shawn has held key roles including Peer Mentor at Chicago Innovation, Growth Leader at HatchWorks focusing on AI solutions, and Managing Director at Kin + Carta overseeing digital transformation for strategic clients. Previous experience includes Director positions at Mobiquity and TESCHGlobal, and engagement management at Appirio, alongside roles in business development and sales engineering at Information Builders and Parlano. Shawn's academic foundation includes a BS in Electrical Engineering Technology from Purdue University.