Ben Erichsen
About Ben Erichsen
Ben Erichsen is an Associate Director at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in project management and analytics, with previous roles at Telstra and Transport for NSW, and holds an MBA from the Australian Institute of Business.
Work at KPMG Australia
Ben Erichsen has been serving as an Associate Director at KPMG Australia since 2021. His role involves engaging in practice development, continuous improvement, and fostering strategic partnerships. He has previously held the position of Manager at KPMG Australia from 2018 to 2019 and was an Associate Director from 2019 to 2020. His work focuses on transformational, portfolio, and program management, where he develops thought-leadership articles and employs Agile methodologies for project and program delivery.
Previous Experience at Telstra
Ben Erichsen has extensive experience at Telstra, where he held multiple roles over several years. He worked as a Deal Analyst at Telstra Wholesale from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Manager for 9 months in 2018 and as a Business Graduate in 2010. His roles also included Interlock Lead (PM) in Labour Planning from 2014 to 2016, Business Specialist from 2011 to 2012, and Reporting & Analytics Business Lead in 2016. He was also a Business Interlock Lead from 2012 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Ben Erichsen holds an Associate's Degree in Social Sciences from George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville, which he completed from 2003 to 2005. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in International Business from Shorter University between 2005 and 2008. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Australian Institute of Business in 2017. His educational background supports his expertise in project management and business strategy.
Background in Program Management
Ben Erichsen has a background in program management, demonstrated through his role as Program Development Manager at Transport for NSW for 2 months in 2020. He utilizes design thinking and human-centered design in innovation programs, contributing to effective project outcomes. His experience in various managerial roles has equipped him with skills in strategic planning and operational execution.
Security Clearance and Professional Development
Ben Erichsen holds a Baseline Security Clearance, allowing him to work on projects that require such clearance. He is committed to professional development, engaging in continuous improvement initiatives and contributing to thought leadership in his field. His focus on transformational management practices positions him as a knowledgeable resource in project delivery and organizational strategy.