Ben Kish
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Ken Craven
Ben Kish works diligently to always get the job done no matter what it takes. He is savvy, street smart, and insightful, a result of business experience that simply cannot be taught in a class room. His integrity and high moral standards always guide him to make long term decisions. His work in the area of traditional marketing and social media marketing is always exciting, unique, refreshing, and effective. He is confident enough in his thoughts to freely express his opinions without causing harm in relationships because he is also a constant learner. He is respected by all who work with him.
Deborah P.
I have known Ben for a number of years and have had the privilege of working with him over the past year. His reputation as a savvy businessman is well-known in our area of North Carolina, accompanied by his reputation for being a person of integrity. I have personally observed both of these aspects of Ben's character on many occasions. Ben has an innate ability to analyze problems, design objectives and strategies, and implement them with both flexibility and perseverance. He has an unerring determination to complete projects while building a team spirit among coworkers. I recommend Ben wholeheartedly.
Ken Craven
Ben Kish works diligently to always get the job done no matter what it takes. He is savvy, street smart, and insightful, a result of business experience that simply cannot be taught in a class room. His integrity and high moral standards always guide him to make long term decisions. His work in the area of traditional marketing and social media marketing is always exciting, unique, refreshing, and effective. He is confident enough in his thoughts to freely express his opinions without causing harm in relationships because he is also a constant learner. He is respected by all who work with him.
Deborah P.
I have known Ben for a number of years and have had the privilege of working with him over the past year. His reputation as a savvy businessman is well-known in our area of North Carolina, accompanied by his reputation for being a person of integrity. I have personally observed both of these aspects of Ben's character on many occasions. Ben has an innate ability to analyze problems, design objectives and strategies, and implement them with both flexibility and perseverance. He has an unerring determination to complete projects while building a team spirit among coworkers. I recommend Ben wholeheartedly.
Ken Craven
Ben Kish works diligently to always get the job done no matter what it takes. He is savvy, street smart, and insightful, a result of business experience that simply cannot be taught in a class room. His integrity and high moral standards always guide him to make long term decisions. His work in the area of traditional marketing and social media marketing is always exciting, unique, refreshing, and effective. He is confident enough in his thoughts to freely express his opinions without causing harm in relationships because he is also a constant learner. He is respected by all who work with him.
Deborah P.
I have known Ben for a number of years and have had the privilege of working with him over the past year. His reputation as a savvy businessman is well-known in our area of North Carolina, accompanied by his reputation for being a person of integrity. I have personally observed both of these aspects of Ben's character on many occasions. Ben has an innate ability to analyze problems, design objectives and strategies, and implement them with both flexibility and perseverance. He has an unerring determination to complete projects while building a team spirit among coworkers. I recommend Ben wholeheartedly.
Ken Craven
Ben Kish works diligently to always get the job done no matter what it takes. He is savvy, street smart, and insightful, a result of business experience that simply cannot be taught in a class room. His integrity and high moral standards always guide him to make long term decisions. His work in the area of traditional marketing and social media marketing is always exciting, unique, refreshing, and effective. He is confident enough in his thoughts to freely express his opinions without causing harm in relationships because he is also a constant learner. He is respected by all who work with him.
Deborah P.
I have known Ben for a number of years and have had the privilege of working with him over the past year. His reputation as a savvy businessman is well-known in our area of North Carolina, accompanied by his reputation for being a person of integrity. I have personally observed both of these aspects of Ben's character on many occasions. Ben has an innate ability to analyze problems, design objectives and strategies, and implement them with both flexibility and perseverance. He has an unerring determination to complete projects while building a team spirit among coworkers. I recommend Ben wholeheartedly.
Experience
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Blue Ridge Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Instructor - Management, Entrepreneurship, and Leadership
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Jan 2019 - Present
Responsible for oversight and instruction of College courses in the areas of management, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Responsible for oversight and instruction of College courses in the areas of management, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
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Blue Ridge Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director, Small Business Center
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Mar 2017 - Jan 2019
Support the development of new businesses and the growth of existing businesses by providing counseling, training and resource information. Support the development of new businesses and the growth of existing businesses by providing counseling, training and resource information.
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Blue Ridge Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Director - Workforce Development and Personal Enrichment
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May 2013 - Feb 2017
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Blue Ridge Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Workforce Training Development Director
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Jun 2012 - Apr 2013
Responsible for growth in workforce development training programs through acquisition and development of business and industry customers. Work with business sectors in the Henderson and Transylvania counties to identify and create new training opportunities. Responsible for growth in workforce development training programs through acquisition and development of business and industry customers. Work with business sectors in the Henderson and Transylvania counties to identify and create new training opportunities.
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Vice President Marketing
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Oct 2011 - Jun 2012
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Director - Business Development
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Jul 2010 - Oct 2011
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President - Owner
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May 1996 - Dec 2009
Planned, developed and launched a retail bookstore, café and internet company from start-up to 2008 sales of $3.1 million. Developed unique point of differentiation in the Christian Retail Industry and grew to top 1% of peer store sales nationally. Responsible for concept development, planning, merchandising and implementation of retail store and café offering. Oversaw all major company and board functions and directly managed finance, marketing, merchandising and web development. Planned, developed and launched a retail bookstore, café and internet company from start-up to 2008 sales of $3.1 million. Developed unique point of differentiation in the Christian Retail Industry and grew to top 1% of peer store sales nationally. Responsible for concept development, planning, merchandising and implementation of retail store and café offering. Oversaw all major company and board functions and directly managed finance, marketing, merchandising and web development.
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Sara Lee Branded Apparel
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Apparel & Fashion
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Director
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Jun 1992 - May 1996
Bali Brands: Responsible for market planning and execution for $200 million line of business encompassing all Bali branded products. Managed $40 million budget including projects to reposition brand via repackaging, fixturing, advertising and collateral. Director of Marketing - Bali Foundations. Responsible for market planning and execution for $150 million line of business encompassing Bali foundations garments. Prepared business plan and secured corporate approval for launch of new women's apparel line - The Wonderbra. Oversaw development of all aspects of brand introduction including pricing, packaging, fixturing, advertising, public relations and sales strategies. Received EFFIE, CFDA awards as well as New Product of the Year recognition from both Forbes and Fortune magazines. Show less
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Director Corporate Accounts - Business Team Leader
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Dec 1991 - Jun 1992
Led a multifunctional business team focusing on the sales and profitability of three of the largest corporate accounts totaling $28 Million in sales. Developed joint marketing, sales and merchandising plans. Received Sara Lee Leadership Cup Award for team accomplishments in sales, profitability and order cycle improvements.
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Zone Manager - Director of Sales
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Dec 1990 - Dec 1991
Sales management responsibility for three sales regions representing $19 million in annual sales. Restored profitability and established systematic reporting and sales/merchandising strategies for three regions.
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Regional Manager
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Jun 1989 - Dec 1990
Responsible for 28 sales and merchandising professionals in the Atlanta region representing sales of $12 million. Grew sales 15% per year and restored trade and employee relations.
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PwC
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Professional Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Supervising Consultant
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Oct 1986 - Jun 1989
Key contact with many of the firm's southeastern clients. Participated heavily in business development efforts. Managed and executed several major engagements including: Strategic marketing plan for a large telecommunications company. Sales force reorganization study for Fortune 50 client. Marketing expansion plan for manufacturer of residential and industrial heating products. Conducted a number of marketing, strategy and industry analysis studies for clients including: Competitive assessment of telemarketing and information services business. Feasibility study and marketing plan for a new automotive industry retailing concept. Pricing studies for a large provider of financial services. Show less
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Kearney
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Consultant
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1980 - 1983
Management Consulting, emphasis on sales & marketing projects for fortune 500 clients. Management Consulting, emphasis on sales & marketing projects for fortune 500 clients.
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Education
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1982 - 1985
Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University
MBA, Marketing, Strategic Planning -
1977 - 1980
The Ohio State University
BS, Zoology -
1974 - 1976
Valley Forge
High School, College Prep
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