Ben Arritt
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LinkedIn User
Ben Aritt has a unique ability to lead transformation and drive success in corporations especially those focused on SaaS. His understanding of the challenges and opportunities in these high-growth environments makes him ideally suited to drive success in these types of organizations. In addition, he has a proven track record of success in sales and marketing, consistently surpassing targets and driving product adoption. His strategic thinking and ability to execute on a plan make him an invaluable asset to any organization.
Cori Bokath
Ben is the most energetic sales-person I have ever worked alongside. He is a consummate professional, and continually strives for ultimate perfection! I feel like he never sleeps. I have always been impressed with his level of knowledge on a myriad of topics along with his incredible organization. If you get the chance to work with Ben, you won't be disappointed!
Lori DeBlauw
I worked with Ben for years as a trade show manager. Ben always provided exceptional customer service. Ben's high energy and "get it done" attitude made him amazing to work with. His honesty and integrity when working on large (and small) budget shows was appreciated. Ben also took the time to learn our products and advise on marketing and branding whenever he could. With Ben's leadership, his team always made me look good with such a beautiful trade show booth on the show floor.
LinkedIn User
Ben Aritt has a unique ability to lead transformation and drive success in corporations especially those focused on SaaS. His understanding of the challenges and opportunities in these high-growth environments makes him ideally suited to drive success in these types of organizations. In addition, he has a proven track record of success in sales and marketing, consistently surpassing targets and driving product adoption. His strategic thinking and ability to execute on a plan make him an invaluable asset to any organization.
Cori Bokath
Ben is the most energetic sales-person I have ever worked alongside. He is a consummate professional, and continually strives for ultimate perfection! I feel like he never sleeps. I have always been impressed with his level of knowledge on a myriad of topics along with his incredible organization. If you get the chance to work with Ben, you won't be disappointed!
Lori DeBlauw
I worked with Ben for years as a trade show manager. Ben always provided exceptional customer service. Ben's high energy and "get it done" attitude made him amazing to work with. His honesty and integrity when working on large (and small) budget shows was appreciated. Ben also took the time to learn our products and advise on marketing and branding whenever he could. With Ben's leadership, his team always made me look good with such a beautiful trade show booth on the show floor.
LinkedIn User
Ben Aritt has a unique ability to lead transformation and drive success in corporations especially those focused on SaaS. His understanding of the challenges and opportunities in these high-growth environments makes him ideally suited to drive success in these types of organizations. In addition, he has a proven track record of success in sales and marketing, consistently surpassing targets and driving product adoption. His strategic thinking and ability to execute on a plan make him an invaluable asset to any organization.
Cori Bokath
Ben is the most energetic sales-person I have ever worked alongside. He is a consummate professional, and continually strives for ultimate perfection! I feel like he never sleeps. I have always been impressed with his level of knowledge on a myriad of topics along with his incredible organization. If you get the chance to work with Ben, you won't be disappointed!
Lori DeBlauw
I worked with Ben for years as a trade show manager. Ben always provided exceptional customer service. Ben's high energy and "get it done" attitude made him amazing to work with. His honesty and integrity when working on large (and small) budget shows was appreciated. Ben also took the time to learn our products and advise on marketing and branding whenever he could. With Ben's leadership, his team always made me look good with such a beautiful trade show booth on the show floor.
LinkedIn User
Ben Aritt has a unique ability to lead transformation and drive success in corporations especially those focused on SaaS. His understanding of the challenges and opportunities in these high-growth environments makes him ideally suited to drive success in these types of organizations. In addition, he has a proven track record of success in sales and marketing, consistently surpassing targets and driving product adoption. His strategic thinking and ability to execute on a plan make him an invaluable asset to any organization.
Cori Bokath
Ben is the most energetic sales-person I have ever worked alongside. He is a consummate professional, and continually strives for ultimate perfection! I feel like he never sleeps. I have always been impressed with his level of knowledge on a myriad of topics along with his incredible organization. If you get the chance to work with Ben, you won't be disappointed!
Lori DeBlauw
I worked with Ben for years as a trade show manager. Ben always provided exceptional customer service. Ben's high energy and "get it done" attitude made him amazing to work with. His honesty and integrity when working on large (and small) budget shows was appreciated. Ben also took the time to learn our products and advise on marketing and branding whenever he could. With Ben's leadership, his team always made me look good with such a beautiful trade show booth on the show floor.
Credentials
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Professional Certificate in Digital Marketing
Kellogg Executive EducationJan, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Startup School Aspiring Founders
Y CombinatorAug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Google Analytics for Beginners
Google analyticsSep, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Social Media Marketing
HubSpot AcademyOct, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Content Marketing
HubSpot AcademySep, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
SEO Toolkit Course
SemrushNov, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Google Ads Search Certification
Google Digital Academy (Skillshop)Oct, 2022- Nov, 2024
Experience
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GROKKETSHIP
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United States
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Marketing Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Member Board of Directors
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Sep 2022 - Present
www.GROKKETSHIP.com www.GROKKETSHIP.com
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SWANfactor
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United States
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Financial Services
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Founder & Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
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Jan 2022 - Sep 2022
www.SWANfactor.com • SaaS financial planning app for AirBNB owners. Pivoted to underwriting app for multifamily syndication: forecasts GP and LP private equity distributions, IRR, Cash on Cash and multi-scenario exits. • Participated in GA Tech’s ATDC Customer Discovery Lab. • Researched Total Available Market (TAM), initial face-to-face customer acquisition channels, created all cold email outreach automation, determined KPIs and developed GTM strategy. • Followed Lean Startup… Show more www.SWANfactor.com • SaaS financial planning app for AirBNB owners. Pivoted to underwriting app for multifamily syndication: forecasts GP and LP private equity distributions, IRR, Cash on Cash and multi-scenario exits. • Participated in GA Tech’s ATDC Customer Discovery Lab. • Researched Total Available Market (TAM), initial face-to-face customer acquisition channels, created all cold email outreach automation, determined KPIs and developed GTM strategy. • Followed Lean Startup practices and created brand, website, prototype, explainer video, signup page and email campaigns based on customer interviews (problem and solution / market fit). Show less www.SWANfactor.com • SaaS financial planning app for AirBNB owners. Pivoted to underwriting app for multifamily syndication: forecasts GP and LP private equity distributions, IRR, Cash on Cash and multi-scenario exits. • Participated in GA Tech’s ATDC Customer Discovery Lab. • Researched Total Available Market (TAM), initial face-to-face customer acquisition channels, created all cold email outreach automation, determined KPIs and developed GTM strategy. • Followed Lean Startup… Show more www.SWANfactor.com • SaaS financial planning app for AirBNB owners. Pivoted to underwriting app for multifamily syndication: forecasts GP and LP private equity distributions, IRR, Cash on Cash and multi-scenario exits. • Participated in GA Tech’s ATDC Customer Discovery Lab. • Researched Total Available Market (TAM), initial face-to-face customer acquisition channels, created all cold email outreach automation, determined KPIs and developed GTM strategy. • Followed Lean Startup practices and created brand, website, prototype, explainer video, signup page and email campaigns based on customer interviews (problem and solution / market fit). Show less
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Capital Factory
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United States
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Investment Banking
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1 - 100 Employee
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Aspiring SaaS Founder
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Mar 2020 - Jan 2022
• Based on previous success as a Founder, joined the Capital Factory, the No. 1 accelerator in Austin, Texas. • Researched TAM, performed customer discovery, pivoted to find product / market fit and customer-centric solutions following Agile / Lean Startup methodology • Created a semi-public library of workshops, mentor meetings and book summaries: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1NjJVametByiHIaf4HWeBt5d53cjkZw0D • Based on previous success as a Founder, joined the Capital Factory, the No. 1 accelerator in Austin, Texas. • Researched TAM, performed customer discovery, pivoted to find product / market fit and customer-centric solutions following Agile / Lean Startup methodology • Created a semi-public library of workshops, mentor meetings and book summaries: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1NjJVametByiHIaf4HWeBt5d53cjkZw0D
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3D Marketing Associates
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder & Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
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Mar 2010 - Mar 2020
www.3D-MA.com As Seen in the Wall Street Journal! • Starting from a deep economic recession, founded a rapid growth 10-year global marketing, branding, content development and tradeshow company; 40%+ EBITDA. • In direct opposition to industry trends, won contracts with $1+ billion companies and grew revenue an average of 73.6% (YOY) while growing net profit an average of 138.2% (YOY). • For each project, managed an average of 40+ vendors, ≈5 departments, 150+ people… Show more www.3D-MA.com As Seen in the Wall Street Journal! • Starting from a deep economic recession, founded a rapid growth 10-year global marketing, branding, content development and tradeshow company; 40%+ EBITDA. • In direct opposition to industry trends, won contracts with $1+ billion companies and grew revenue an average of 73.6% (YOY) while growing net profit an average of 138.2% (YOY). • For each project, managed an average of 40+ vendors, ≈5 departments, 150+ people, producing projects domestically and globally from Singapore to France. • Acting as the agency of record, won coverage in the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), developed marketing strategy for clients, reporting on average to 3-5 key stakeholders on budget, KPIs, leads and R.O.O. • Leveraged technology, creating systems of automation and quality control to maintain a low overhead and “remote management” business model. • Created profit sharing program for contractors and employees. • Created all standard procedures, operations manuals, onboarding program, hired and trained staff. • Responsible for all sales, design, accounting, IT, legal, project management, traveling supervision, fabrication, warehousing inventory, CAD and operations. • Responsible for all branding and content development including but not limited to videos, photos, graphic design, 3d design and website. Show less www.3D-MA.com As Seen in the Wall Street Journal! • Starting from a deep economic recession, founded a rapid growth 10-year global marketing, branding, content development and tradeshow company; 40%+ EBITDA. • In direct opposition to industry trends, won contracts with $1+ billion companies and grew revenue an average of 73.6% (YOY) while growing net profit an average of 138.2% (YOY). • For each project, managed an average of 40+ vendors, ≈5 departments, 150+ people… Show more www.3D-MA.com As Seen in the Wall Street Journal! • Starting from a deep economic recession, founded a rapid growth 10-year global marketing, branding, content development and tradeshow company; 40%+ EBITDA. • In direct opposition to industry trends, won contracts with $1+ billion companies and grew revenue an average of 73.6% (YOY) while growing net profit an average of 138.2% (YOY). • For each project, managed an average of 40+ vendors, ≈5 departments, 150+ people, producing projects domestically and globally from Singapore to France. • Acting as the agency of record, won coverage in the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), developed marketing strategy for clients, reporting on average to 3-5 key stakeholders on budget, KPIs, leads and R.O.O. • Leveraged technology, creating systems of automation and quality control to maintain a low overhead and “remote management” business model. • Created profit sharing program for contractors and employees. • Created all standard procedures, operations manuals, onboarding program, hired and trained staff. • Responsible for all sales, design, accounting, IT, legal, project management, traveling supervision, fabrication, warehousing inventory, CAD and operations. • Responsible for all branding and content development including but not limited to videos, photos, graphic design, 3d design and website. Show less
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Pico Group
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Hong Kong
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Events Services
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400 - 500 Employee
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Senior Account Executive (Sales and Management)
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Dec 2001 - Mar 2010
• Starting from a deep economic recession, became the No. 1 account executive in the U.S. for the largest event marketing company in the world (based in Hong Kong). • Paid profit-sharing instead of commission on $10+ million ARR, which was 65% of the Atlanta division’s ARR (U.S. headquarters). • Was the team lead to win the largest account ever in division history. • Produced the highest profit margins (38-40%+) in the company with the lowest error rate. • New policy deployment… Show more • Starting from a deep economic recession, became the No. 1 account executive in the U.S. for the largest event marketing company in the world (based in Hong Kong). • Paid profit-sharing instead of commission on $10+ million ARR, which was 65% of the Atlanta division’s ARR (U.S. headquarters). • Was the team lead to win the largest account ever in division history. • Produced the highest profit margins (38-40%+) in the company with the lowest error rate. • New policy deployment team lead. Developed procedures and trained new staff and vendors. • Responsible for billing and collections, instituted first ever and only 100% upfront payment policy resulting in the best accounts receivable report in the company. • For each project, managed an average of 40+ vendors, ≈5 departments, 150+ people, reporting to 3-5 key stakeholders on budget, KPIs, leads and R.O.O. • Researched and developed relationships with 100+ vendors, eventually doing more work in Europe than the U.S. • Negotiated all contracts and legal (client and vendor), managed all warehouse inventory, coordinated all logistics, managed and tracked all P&L and effectively became a business within a business. Show less • Starting from a deep economic recession, became the No. 1 account executive in the U.S. for the largest event marketing company in the world (based in Hong Kong). • Paid profit-sharing instead of commission on $10+ million ARR, which was 65% of the Atlanta division’s ARR (U.S. headquarters). • Was the team lead to win the largest account ever in division history. • Produced the highest profit margins (38-40%+) in the company with the lowest error rate. • New policy deployment… Show more • Starting from a deep economic recession, became the No. 1 account executive in the U.S. for the largest event marketing company in the world (based in Hong Kong). • Paid profit-sharing instead of commission on $10+ million ARR, which was 65% of the Atlanta division’s ARR (U.S. headquarters). • Was the team lead to win the largest account ever in division history. • Produced the highest profit margins (38-40%+) in the company with the lowest error rate. • New policy deployment team lead. Developed procedures and trained new staff and vendors. • Responsible for billing and collections, instituted first ever and only 100% upfront payment policy resulting in the best accounts receivable report in the company. • For each project, managed an average of 40+ vendors, ≈5 departments, 150+ people, reporting to 3-5 key stakeholders on budget, KPIs, leads and R.O.O. • Researched and developed relationships with 100+ vendors, eventually doing more work in Europe than the U.S. • Negotiated all contracts and legal (client and vendor), managed all warehouse inventory, coordinated all logistics, managed and tracked all P&L and effectively became a business within a business. Show less
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Ballistic Studios (defunct)
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Greater Atlanta Area
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Account Executive (Sales and Management)
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2001 - 2001
Based on previous success was recruited by a former colleague to assist in founding a start-up exhibit company. Based on previous success was recruited by a former colleague to assist in founding a start-up exhibit company.
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Exhibitgroup/Giltspur (now GES)
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Events Services
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Account Executive (Sales and Management)
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1998 - 2001
• Starting with no clients, no training and no instruction, became one of the fastest revenue generating new Account Executives ever hired by the Atlanta division. • Profit margin leader in 1999 (lowest error rate). • Won and managed the product launch of Windows 2000 for Microsoft in six major U.S. cities. • Responsible for creating all my own business, cold calling, presenting and acting as the primary client liaison Team leader for 1 direct report and one shared report that… Show more • Starting with no clients, no training and no instruction, became one of the fastest revenue generating new Account Executives ever hired by the Atlanta division. • Profit margin leader in 1999 (lowest error rate). • Won and managed the product launch of Windows 2000 for Microsoft in six major U.S. cities. • Responsible for creating all my own business, cold calling, presenting and acting as the primary client liaison Team leader for 1 direct report and one shared report that delegated work to approximately 70 employees and over 15 primary subcontractors. Show less • Starting with no clients, no training and no instruction, became one of the fastest revenue generating new Account Executives ever hired by the Atlanta division. • Profit margin leader in 1999 (lowest error rate). • Won and managed the product launch of Windows 2000 for Microsoft in six major U.S. cities. • Responsible for creating all my own business, cold calling, presenting and acting as the primary client liaison Team leader for 1 direct report and one shared report that… Show more • Starting with no clients, no training and no instruction, became one of the fastest revenue generating new Account Executives ever hired by the Atlanta division. • Profit margin leader in 1999 (lowest error rate). • Won and managed the product launch of Windows 2000 for Microsoft in six major U.S. cities. • Responsible for creating all my own business, cold calling, presenting and acting as the primary client liaison Team leader for 1 direct report and one shared report that delegated work to approximately 70 employees and over 15 primary subcontractors. Show less
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Impact XM
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United States
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Events Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Special Projects Designer (was Atlantic Skyline)
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1996 - 1998
• Handled all the largest exhibit design bids and was tasked with making Atlantic Skyline competitive with custom exhibit houses. • One of the first designers in the nation to create hybrid exhibits, taking on sourcing and estimating. • Was influential in the development and creation of 2 products still in use to this day. • Handled all the largest exhibit design bids and was tasked with making Atlantic Skyline competitive with custom exhibit houses. • One of the first designers in the nation to create hybrid exhibits, taking on sourcing and estimating. • Was influential in the development and creation of 2 products still in use to this day.
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The Godfrey Group
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer and Production Artist
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1994 - 1996
Was hired as a high-resolution production artist and was promoted to graphic designer. Was hired as a high-resolution production artist and was promoted to graphic designer.
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Education
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2022 - 2022
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
Professional Certificate in Digital Marketing -
1991 - 1994
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Graphic Design -
1990 - 1991
Virginia Tech
Architecture -
1985 - 1989
Fork Union Military Academy
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1981 - 1985
Fork Union Military Academy
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