Ben joined Bartell in 2014 as the Director of Supply Chain and in 2015 was elevated to a member of leadership team assuming responsibility for the Quality and Continuous Improvement Teams. His overall responsibilities include leading the Sourcing, Production Control,  Distribution Center, Quality and Continuous Improvement Teams.

Prior to Bartell Ben has acquired over 27 years of experience holding key positions in supply chain management working for such companies as Thomas & Betts, Honeywell, and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals. In addition to his extensive experience related to supply chain efforts Ben has led numerous continuous improvement projects including becoming a Lean Champion. Ben also has many years of experience leading global supply chains with relationships in countries such as China, Mexico, and Italy. Ben currently holds a BS in Management degree from The University of Phoenix.

Outside of work Ben enjoys spending time with his wife and traveling to watch his two son’s compete in soccer matches. Both have played for Elite Soccer Clubs as well as at the collegiate and semi-professional levels.