Ben Atkinson
About Ben Atkinson
Ben Atkinson serves as the Head of Strategic Partnerships at AutoFi, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in the automotive finance sector, having previously held various leadership roles at AutoFi and other financial institutions.
Work at AutoFi
Ben Atkinson currently serves as the Head of Strategic Partnerships at AutoFi, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing partnerships with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), lenders, enterprises, and marketplace businesses. His strategic focus is on expanding AutoFi's business operations across various sectors. Prior to his current role, Atkinson held multiple positions at AutoFi, including Head of Lender Success from 2020 to 2023 and Head of Customer Success from 2019 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Ben Atkinson studied at Tapton School in England and later attended The University of Texas at Austin, where he completed the BBVA Executive Management Program. He also studied at East Carolina University, where he achieved Honors. His educational background supports his extensive experience in strategic partnerships and business operations within the automotive finance sector.
Background
Before joining AutoFi, Ben Atkinson accumulated significant experience in the automotive lending industry. He worked at BBVA in the USA as Head of US Auto Lending from 2012 to 2017. Prior to that, he spent nine years at JPMorgan Chase & Co. as a Regional Manager from 2003 to 2012. His career began at Ford Credit, where he participated in the Leadership Development Program from 1996 to 2003.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Ben Atkinson has played a key role in various leadership positions, contributing to the growth and success of the organizations he has worked for. His strategic oversight at AutoFi has been pivotal in enhancing partnerships and expanding business operations. His previous roles at BBVA and JPMorgan Chase & Co. also reflect his expertise in managing auto lending operations.