Karim Ben Jaafar
About Karim Ben Jaafar
Karim Ben Jaafar is a Senior Vice President at Quadient and the President & COO of Beanworks Solutions Inc., where he has played a key role in the company's growth and acquisition. He has a background in sales and marketing, with experience in multiple tech startups and a strong academic foundation in psychology and business.
Current Role at Quadient
Karim Ben Jaafar serves as Senior Vice President at Quadient, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on supporting the rapid growth strategy of Quadient's global software division, Intelligent Communication Automation (ICA). His leadership is instrumental in driving the company's objectives and enhancing its market presence.
Career at Beanworks Solutions Inc.
Karim Ben Jaafar has been with Beanworks Solutions Inc. since 2017, initially as Chief Growth Officer for eight months before becoming President & COO. Under his leadership, Beanworks expanded from fewer than 20 employees and less than $100,000 in subscription revenue to a successful acquisition by Quadient for approximately $115 million. His strategic vision was key to the company's growth trajectory.
Previous Experience in Technology Startups
Prior to his current roles, Karim Ben Jaafar was involved in several technology startups. He was part of the founding team at Payfirma Corporation from 2011 to 2015 and served as Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Rise HQ from 2015 to 2017. He has also contributed to four tech startup exits within the SaaS sector and raised over $500 million in funding for these ventures.
Educational Background
Karim Ben Jaafar studied Psychology at Simon Fraser University from 1994 to 2000. He furthered his education at Harvard Business School, enhancing his knowledge and skills in business management and strategy. His educational background supports his roles in leadership and growth within the technology sector.
Advisory and Teaching Roles
In addition to his executive roles, Karim Ben Jaafar serves as an advisory board member for approximately 10 early-stage technology startups. He also teaches multiple courses at BC Tech, including a six-month program called Hypergrowth 2.0, where he shares insights on scaling businesses and fostering innovation.