Kara Shell

Kara Shell is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in strategic quality management and consulting. Currently serving as the Sr. Manager for Strategic Quality Initiatives at Abbott since August 2023, Kara leads global programs to enhance quality and food safety culture within Abbott Nutrition. As the Founder and Principal Consultant at Go Clarity, established in November 2021, Kara empowers clients through business coaching and strategy development. Previously, as Director of Strategy at OhioHealth from January 2020 to July 2023, Kara directed cross-functional teams in strategic planning and implementation. Kara's background at Abbott includes roles as Sr. QA Program Manager and Regional Manager for North America Packaging Supplier QA, where significant contributions were made to manufacturing capacity expansion and quality assurance. Earlier experience includes project engineering at Replex Plastics and positions at Procter & Gamble and The Ohio State University. Kara holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, and an MBA, all from The Ohio State University and Ohio University.