Ben Hanna
About Ben Hanna
Ben Hanna serves as the Vice President of Global Sales at Soul Machines, where he drives the adoption of AI technology across various industries. With over 20 years of experience in sales and business development, he has held leadership roles in multiple companies across New Zealand, Australia, and the USA.
Current Role at Soul Machines
Ben Hanna serves as the Vice President of Global Sales at Soul Machines, a position he has held since 2023. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Auckland, New Zealand. In this role, he leads a global team focused on transforming human-machine interactions through innovative AI solutions. He is responsible for driving the adoption of Soul Machines' AI technology across various industries, including healthcare, education, banking, and entertainment.
Previous Experience at Soul Machines
Prior to his current role, Ben Hanna worked at Soul Machines as the General Manager of Global Sales from 2018 to 2023. During his five years in this position, he contributed to the company's growth and market presence in New Zealand. His leadership helped shape the sales strategy and foster relationships with key clients across different sectors.
Professional Background in Sales
Ben Hanna has over 20 years of experience in sales and business development across various organizations. He held positions at Dell EMC as an Enterprise Account Manager from 2014 to 2016, and at Domo, Inc. as part of the Enterprise Southern Region from 2016 to 2018. His experience also includes roles at Certus Solutions Limited and hooha.com.au, where he served as Director. His career reflects a strong focus on delivering growth in both start-ups and large enterprises.
Educational Qualifications
Ben Hanna studied at Haileybury College from 1992 to 1996. He later attended The University of Waikato, where he completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Marketing from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, he studied at Senior College of New Zealand from 1996 to 1998. His educational background supports his expertise in marketing and business development.
Leadership and Vision
In his current role, Ben Hanna plays a key role in achieving Soul Machines' vision of humanizing the digital world. He specializes in leveraging digital technology and new business development to create value for customers and partners. His leadership is instrumental in guiding the company's strategic direction and fostering innovation in AI technology.