Benjamin Kirk
About Benjamin Kirk
Benjamin Kirk is the Director of IT Product Management for Wealth Management Solutions at Charles Schwab, based in Omaha, Nebraska. He has over 15 years of experience in clearing operations, focusing on mutual fund operations and cash sweep operations.
Title and Current Role
Benjamin Kirk holds the title of Director - IT Product Management at Charles Schwab, specializing in the Sweep Platform. He began this role in December 2022 and is based in Omaha, Nebraska, where he works on-site.
Past Positions at TD Ameritrade
Before joining Charles Schwab, Benjamin Kirk spent a significant portion of his career at TD Ameritrade. He served as Director - IT Product Management in Wealth Management Solutions from 2016 to 2022 in the Greater Omaha Area. Prior to this, he was an Analyst in Brokerage Ops Systems for six years, from 2010 to 2016. He also worked as a Money Market/TA Specialist from 2007 to 2010.
Early Career and Education
Benjamin Kirk began his professional journey as a Student - Costume Library Manager at Nebraska Wesleyan University, a role he held from 2001 to 2005. During this time, he studied Theater Arts with a focus on Directing, Acting, and Stage Management, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree.
Experience in Financial Operations
With over 15 years of experience in clearing operations, Benjamin Kirk has developed a specialized focus on mutual fund operations and cash sweep operations. This extensive background has equipped him with the expertise needed in his current role at Charles Schwab.