Ben Kefford
About Ben Kefford
Ben Kefford is a Manager in Energy Advisory at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in aerospace and mechanical engineering, with experience in energy policy design and commercial project advisory.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Ben Kefford currently holds the position of Manager in the Energy Advisory division at KPMG Australia. He has been in this role since 2020 and is based in Brisbane, Queensland. In his capacity as Manager, he focuses on providing strategic advice related to energy policy and implementation, particularly for State and Commonwealth Governments. His work involves leading projects that support energy investors and developers in navigating the complexities of the energy sector.
Previous Experience at KPMG Australia
Prior to his current role, Ben Kefford worked at KPMG Australia in various capacities. He served as an Executive from 2019 to 2020 and as an Analyst from 2018 to 2019, both in Brisbane. His experience in these roles contributed to his understanding of energy advisory services and enhanced his skills in commercial and financial project advisory for energy stakeholders.
Educational Background
Ben Kefford has a solid educational foundation in engineering. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Purdue University in 2013. Additionally, he completed an Integrated Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at The University of Queensland from 2011 to 2016. He also attended Brisbane Grammar School, where he achieved an OP1 score.
Research and Academic Experience
Ben Kefford has a background in research and academia. He worked as an Undergraduate Researcher at The University of Queensland from 2012 to 2013 and later served as an Academic Tutor from 2016 to 2017. His research focused on global decarbonisation scenario modelling at the Dow Centre for Sustainable Engineering Innovation, where he contributed to projects aimed at advancing sustainable engineering practices.
Expertise in Energy Advisory
Ben Kefford possesses expertise in corporate decarbonisation scenario modelling and advisory. His work involves leading energy policy design and implementation initiatives for governmental bodies. He has extensive experience in advising energy investors and developers on commercial and financial aspects of projects, which positions him as a knowledgeable professional in the energy advisory sector.