Benjamin C. Dowell

Executive at Chamberlain Advisors
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Jeff Oscarson, CCIFP

I've known Ben for 20 years and he has one of the sharpest minds around. Status quo is not an option! While a student at Northwestern, Ben was an extremely helpful collegue at Kenosha Grounds Care for Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, Sales, and Marketing. In addition to working on projects pro bono on his own time, he made time on weekends for strategy meetings. I am very grateful for his help. He has a bright future in the business world.

Jae Song

Mr. Dowell goes past normal standards to help his students and fellows - whether it is 3am or 3pm, he is always available to help. Mr. Dowell's professionalism and expectations motivate his colleagues to push beyond their 100%. He is the best instructor I have had in my entire military career. If given a chance, I would definitely work for him again.

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Credentials

  • Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
    Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
    Aug, 2015
    - Nov, 2024
  • Series 79 - Investment Banking Registered Representative Examination
    Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
    Aug, 2015
    - Nov, 2024
  • Professional Engineer
    Missouri Division of Professional Registration
    Jan, 2011
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

  • Chamberlain Advisors
    • United States
    • Staffing and Recruiting
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Executive
      • May 2020 - Present

      Leading a boutique, talent acquisition advisory firm, based in Chicago, Illinois. Please reach out if you ever face a human capital challenge you want a second opinion on! We are the best in the business at: - Locating top 10% Controllers, CFOs, and VP of Finance - Supporting veterans transitioning from active duty to roles in finance - Bespoke talent search and selection processes Leading a boutique, talent acquisition advisory firm, based in Chicago, Illinois. Please reach out if you ever face a human capital challenge you want a second opinion on! We are the best in the business at: - Locating top 10% Controllers, CFOs, and VP of Finance - Supporting veterans transitioning from active duty to roles in finance - Bespoke talent search and selection processes

  • University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Adjunct Lecturer, Financial Statement Analysis and International Investing
      • Jan 2021 - Present

      Appointed as an instructor teaching graduate-level Financial Statement Analysis course within the Accounting Department at the Lubar School of Business, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Appointed as an instructor teaching graduate-level Financial Statement Analysis course within the Accounting Department at the Lubar School of Business, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.

  • Adventis
    • United States
    • Financial Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Lead Instructor of Financial Modeling, Senior Advisor to CEO
      • Mar 2018 - May 2020

      Instruct undergraduate and graduate students on building fully circular 3-statement financial models and valuation models, such as Discounted Cash Flow, Precedent Transactions, Trading Comparables, and LBO analysis. Guide and implement product development efforts in support of Adventis' mission to get undergraduate students jobs in investment banking. This is done through building products that dramatically increase, or newly create, hard skills related to financial modeling and supporting the M&A process.

  • Korn Ferry
    • United States
    • Business Consulting and Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Principal, Transformational Leadership Practice
      • Feb 2017 - May 2020

      Design unique and impactful development programs that combine the best aspects of emotional intelligence and inspiring others, with savvy strategic analysis and disciplined financial acumen. Assess skill capabilities and natural preferences of leaders to optimize personal happiness and professional effectiveness. Design unique and impactful development programs that combine the best aspects of emotional intelligence and inspiring others, with savvy strategic analysis and disciplined financial acumen. Assess skill capabilities and natural preferences of leaders to optimize personal happiness and professional effectiveness.

  • Baird
    • United States
    • Financial Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Investment Banking Associate, Consumer Industry Group
      • Jul 2015 - Feb 2017

      Provide execution support for mergers and acquisitions, public offerings and other financial advisory services for clients, as a member of Baird's consumer investment banking team. Lead the preparation of company valuations, financial models, and company marketing documents in support of new business generation. Transaction specific experience: Lamrite West (Darice) sale to Michael's Companies (MIK) (Consumer: Crafting supplies) Crimson Trace sale to Smith & Wesson (SWHC) (Consumer: Firearm accessories) 5.11 Tactical sale to Compass Diversified (CODI) (Consumer: Branded apparel) OGIO International sale to Callaway Golf Company (ELY) (Consumer: Athletic gear and apparel)

  • Soleil Blue
    • United States
    • Retail
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Senior Advisor to CEO
      • Sep 2013 - Aug 2016

      Led several strategic research projects for fashion-focused bohemian eCommerce startup, covering marketing research, organizational design, and operations. Specific projects include customer segmentation, organizational structure, and the redesign of the scope of key positions. Further, acted as strategic adviser to Founder/CEO. Soleil Blue doubled sales during this timeframe, with revenue in excess of $2 million with only three full time employees. Led several strategic research projects for fashion-focused bohemian eCommerce startup, covering marketing research, organizational design, and operations. Specific projects include customer segmentation, organizational structure, and the redesign of the scope of key positions. Further, acted as strategic adviser to Founder/CEO. Soleil Blue doubled sales during this timeframe, with revenue in excess of $2 million with only three full time employees.

  • Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • President, Kellogg Student Assocation
      • Mar 2014 - Jun 2015

      Elected President of Kellogg Student Association (KSA), representing full time student body of 1000+ graduate students. Led 160-person KSA organization and responsible for budget of over $500k. Acted as chairman of the KSA Board leading weekly legislative board meetings. Founded Kellogg Presidents Organization, as a vehicle for collaboration across all 85+ student organizations. http://blogs.kellogg.northwestern.edu/inside/2014/10/08/president-Obama-thanks-a-soldier/ Elected President of Kellogg Student Association (KSA), representing full time student body of 1000+ graduate students. Led 160-person KSA organization and responsible for budget of over $500k. Acted as chairman of the KSA Board leading weekly legislative board meetings. Founded Kellogg Presidents Organization, as a vehicle for collaboration across all 85+ student organizations. http://blogs.kellogg.northwestern.edu/inside/2014/10/08/president-Obama-thanks-a-soldier/

  • Baird
    • United States
    • Financial Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Investment Banking Summer Associate
      • Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

      Provided execution support for mergers and acquisitions, public offerings and other financial advisory services for clients. Led the preparation of company valuations, financial models, and company marketing documents in support of new business generation. Commended by managing director for developing creative buy-side target search system that produced far more relevant matches than standard databases alone. Transaction specific experience: Supported diligence for $30 million growth equity raise for rapidly growing heathcare tech company Phreesia.

  • US Army
    • United States
    • Armed Forces
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • General Engineer, 10th Mountain Division Headquarters (Captain)
      • Mar 2013 - Aug 2013

      Provide technical and tactical knowledge to improve the Division Commander's and the Division Engineer's understanding of the terrain, facilities, and infrastructure on the Fort Drum military installation and to aid in the Commanding General’s decision making process. I also am responsible for maintaining situational awareness of all public works and United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects planned and ongoing on the Fort Drum Military Installation.

    • Battalion Operations Officer, 7th EN BN Provisional (Captain)
      • May 2012 - Feb 2013

      7th Engineer Battalion; Direct a staff of seven officers and five Soldiers who plan and coordinate operations for a 280-soldier provisional engineer battalion.Improved efficiency of battalion’s operations section by gaining alignment on goals, driving cross functional coordination, and shifting from a reactive to proactive support model; instituted and led weekly meetings, reporting requirements, and planning processes where none existed; commended by Battalion Commander for marked improvement in productivity. Helped drive restructuring of battalion’s staff operations; identified need for changes in areas outside of my role, made a compelling case, and secured support of peers and superiors to apply changes made in operations section to the entire staff.

    • Chief of Operations and Battle Plans Officer, 7th EN BN (Captain)
      • Jul 2011 - May 2012

      Led all planning of engineer combat operations of 926-solider Task Force deployed across eight Afghan provinces; developed short and long-range plans, often on short notice and with incomplete information, to accomplish command objectives based on analysis of friendly capabilities, the enemy situation, and Afghan military and civilian needs. Launched innovative information sharing system that allowed storage of and access to current and historical planning and operations documents; potential to increase efficiency of planning on often replicated operations. Identified need, advocated project, built web site, and implemented system at no new cost to government; now used by three battalions. Rated as Best Qualified among peers and recommended for accelerated promotion to MajorUS Army, 554th Engineer Battalion

    • Engineer Captain Career Course Student (Captain)
      • Jan 2011 - Jun 2011

      Ranked in top third of 80 Captains, with academic average of 94%; rated superior in contribution to group work. Coursework included engineer operations, analysis and planning, basic civil engineering, and leadership. Led development and execution of 5k charity run for the Wounded Warrior Project during free time; raised over $15,000; awarded achievement medal and commended in writing from Brigadier General Watson, Engineer School Commandant

    • Battalion Logistics Officer, 554th EN BN (Captain)
      • Mar 2010 - Dec 2010

      Managed annual budget of $1.6M; supervised staff section of five personnel; analyzed spending and developed forecasts.Awarded achievement medal for spending weekends constructing barracks heating system to provide Soldiers heat in winter.

    • Instructor, US Army Engineer School (Captain)
      • Sep 2008 - Feb 2010

      Trained, mentored, and supervised four classes of 65 junior officers on military tactics and technical engineer skills.Developed and taught original courses on leadership, financial management, and military professional development.Rated as one of the top 3 instructors of 12 in the Battalion.

    • Executive Officer and Interim Commander, 1-12 CAV (Lieutenant)
      • Mar 2007 - Aug 2008

      Direct administration, logistics, and maintenance and advise the commander on strategic operational and training objectives for 115 Soldier, Bradley Fighting Vehicle equipped, combat engineer company; served as senior engineer advisor to Battalion Commander.Led planning and execution of clearance operation that resulted in the discovery of Al Quaeda prison camp, 41 prisoners released.Managed 14 civil military projects in Diyala Province worth over $2.5 million focused on civil infrastructure improvement.Rated as best of 4 in company; top 2 of 7 Executive Officers; selected above 22 peers to be Interim Company Commander.

    • Mechanized Infantry Platoon Leader, 1-12 CAV (Lieutenant)
      • Mar 2006 - Feb 2007

      Led 39-man Platoon in combat with distinction; rated best platoon leader of three in Company; top 4 of 31 peers in Battalion.Negotiated local security agreements with Baqubah Police Chief; conducted extensive patrols with Iraqi Army and Police.Planned and executed over 100 patrols in the Task Force’s most dangerous area of operation; located and neutralized numerous explosive devices; resulted in marked increase in security for 1,200 Soldiers and 40,000 Civilians; awarded Bronze Star Medal.

    • Engineer Officer Candidate and Sapper Leader Course
      • Mar 2005 - Feb 2006

      Ranked in top 20% of Engineer Officer Basic Course (EOBC) with 91.8% academic average.Sapper Leader Course Graduate; 28 intense days on reduced meals and sleep; only 3 of 65 EOBC students achieved this.

Education

  • Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
    Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance and Marketing
    2013 - 2015
  • Missouri University of Science and Technology
    Master of Science (MS), Engineering Management
    2010 - 2011
  • University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
    Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical Engineering
    1998 - 2003
  • Tremper High School
    High School Diploma, General Studies
    1995 - 1998

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