Ben Boyer
About Ben Boyer
Ben Boyer is a co-founder and board member at R-Zero Systems, with extensive experience in various board roles across multiple companies. He has a strong background in investments and has been involved in numerous successful exits in the technology sector.
Work at R-Zero
Ben Boyer serves as Co-Founder and Board Member at R-Zero Systems since 2020. The company focuses on establishing a new standard for disinfection in modern businesses, utilizing sustainable and efficient solutions. R-Zero integrates UV-C disinfection technology with a connected IoT platform, enhancing the visibility of the disinfection process. This innovation aims to improve health and safety standards in various environments.
Current Board Memberships
In addition to his role at R-Zero, Ben Boyer holds multiple board positions. He has been a Board Member at Wrench, Inc. since 2018 and serves as a Board Observer at ResearchGate since 2013. He also acts as a Board Observer for Kargo Technologies since 2020. Previously, he was a Board Member at PlanGrid from 2015 to 2018 and at TruSignal from 2017 to 2019, as well as at Doctor On Demand from 2015 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Ben Boyer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human and Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration at Stanford University Graduate School of Business, completing his studies from 2002 to 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in business management and organizational development.
Investment Focus and Achievements
Ben Boyer is the Managing Director at Tenaya Capital, a position he has held since 2009. His investment focus includes global consumer and network effect businesses. He has been involved in 14 successful exits, contributing to the growth of notable companies such as Eventbrite, Lyft, and Kayak. His active investments include ApartmentList, Included Health, and OfferUp.
Previous Experience
Before his current roles, Ben Boyer gained extensive experience in various leadership positions. He was a Board Member at Smartling from 2013 to 2021 and served on the California Leadership Council for The Nature Conservancy from 2016 to 2019. His diverse background includes significant contributions to companies across different sectors, enhancing his strategic insight in the business landscape.