Ben Summerhays
About Ben Summerhays
Ben Summerhays is a Product Implementation Specialist with expertise in employee recognition solutions, currently working at Awardco since 2022. He has previously held roles including Chief Technology Officer at Animating Kids! and Sales Development Representative at Awardco, and he advocates for modernizing employee recognition practices.
Work at Awardco
Ben Summerhays currently holds the position of Product Implementation Specialist at Awardco, where he has been employed since 2022. In this role, he focuses on implementing employee recognition solutions that utilize a comprehensive reward network, which includes partnerships with major providers such as Amazon Business and event ticket vendors. Prior to this position, he served as a Sales Development Representative at Awardco from 2021 to 2022, where he contributed to the company's sales efforts.
Previous Experience
Before joining Awardco, Ben worked as the Chief Technology Officer at Animating Kids! from 2016 to 2018 in Danbury, Connecticut. In this role, he oversaw technology initiatives and contributed to the company's operational strategies. Additionally, he served as an Intern Team Lead at Gigg for three months in 2021 in Provo, Utah, where he managed a team of interns and supported project development.
Education and Expertise
Ben Summerhays studied at Brigham Young University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Strategic Management from 2017 to 2023. His academic background equips him with the skills necessary to advocate for modernizing employee recognition practices. He emphasizes the importance of allowing employees to personalize their reward choices, which can lead to increased engagement and satisfaction within organizations.
Advocacy for Employee Recognition
Ben advocates for the modernization of employee recognition practices to improve company culture and enhance business outcomes. His approach focuses on leveraging technology and reward networks to create more personalized and engaging recognition experiences for employees. This advocacy is rooted in his professional experience and understanding of the impact of recognition on employee morale and productivity.
Involvement in BYU Tech Club
During his time at Brigham Young University, Ben was an active member of the BYU Tech Club from 2021 to 2022. His involvement in this organization allowed him to engage with peers in the technology field and participate in discussions and events related to technology and innovation.