Ben Sweeney
About Ben Sweeney
Ben Sweeney is a PMO Manager at LAB3 in Melbourne, Victoria, with a background in golf development and management. He has held various roles at Golf Victoria, Golf Australia, and School Sport Victoria, and has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Sports Science - Golf from Victoria University.
Current Role at LAB3
Ben Sweeney serves as the PMO Manager at LAB3, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on optimizing project management processes and enhancing operational efficiency. He has implemented a contract health portal and a contract records management system, contributing to improved project oversight. Additionally, he collaborates with Practice Leads and Principal Engineers to establish strategies aimed at improving overall company performance.
Previous Experience at Golf Victoria
Prior to his current role, Ben Sweeney worked at Golf Victoria as the Golf Development Manager from 2010 to 2018. During his eight years in this position, he was based in Sandringham, Victoria. His responsibilities included overseeing golf development initiatives and promoting participation in the sport across the region.
Experience at Golf Australia
Ben Sweeney held the position of Participation & Products Senior Manager at Golf Australia for a period of ten months in 2018 to 2019. Located in South Melbourne, Victoria, he focused on enhancing participation in golf and developing related products to support the growth of the sport.
Educational Background in Sports Science
Ben Sweeney studied at Victoria University, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Sports Science - Golf from 2004 to 2006. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in sports science principles, which he has applied in his professional roles within the golf industry.
Involvement with School Sport Victoria
From 2012 to 2015, Ben Sweeney served as a Golf Sub Committee Member at School Sport Victoria. During this three-year tenure, he contributed to the development of golf programs and initiatives aimed at promoting the sport among school-aged children in Melbourne, Australia.