Anna-Katrina Shedletsky

Anna-Katrina Shedletsky is the CEO and co-founder of Instrumental Inc., a company focused on reducing waste in manufacturing through data optimization. Since its founding in February 2015, she has been instrumental in addressing the significant issue of waste in manufacturing, which amounts to approximately $8 trillion globally. Instrumental aims to eliminate half of this unnecessary waste by leveraging data to enhance design, quality, and processes.1

Professional Background

Before founding Instrumental, Shedletsky held notable positions at Apple Inc.:

• Apple Watch System Product Design Lead (October 2012 - February 2015): She led a team of twenty engineers in delivering the mechanical design for the first-generation Apple Watch, frequently collaborating with senior executives and managing engineering builds in China.
• iPod Product Design Engineer (July 2009 - October 2012): In this role, she was responsible for the mechanical design and validation of various iPod models, contributing significantly to product development and production processes.1

Education and Skills

Shedletsky has a background in mechanical engineering and has contributed to multiple patents during her career. She is also conversational in Chinese, reflecting her ability to engage in diverse environments.1

Current Focus

At Instrumental, Shedletsky continues to innovate within the manufacturing sector, emphasizing the importance of data-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Her leadership is characterized by a commitment to solving complex engineering challenges and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within her organization.1