Ben Kovacs
About Ben Kovacs
Ben Kovacs serves as the Founding Product Marketing Manager at Wyvern, where he leads sales engineering efforts for hyperspectral imaging solutions and develops enablement programs. With a background in environmental studies and extensive experience in product management and account management, he has played a key role in product launches that contribute to Wyvern's market growth.
Work at Wyvern
Ben Kovacs serves as the Founding Product Marketing Manager at Wyvern, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads sales engineering efforts for hyperspectral imaging solutions, focusing on enhancing customer engagement and providing technical support. Kovacs is responsible for developing enablement programs that equip teams with the necessary skills for effective product positioning and market penetration. His contributions include playing a pivotal role in the product launches of hyperspectral satellite image data products, which have been significant for Wyvern's market growth and innovation.
Previous Experience at SkyWatch
Before joining Wyvern, Ben Kovacs worked at SkyWatch, where he held multiple roles. He was the Founding Account Executive from 2019 to 2022, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives. Additionally, he served as a Senior Earth Observation Consultant for a brief period in 2022. His experience at SkyWatch provided him with valuable insights into the earth observation sector and strengthened his expertise in product marketing.
Educational Background
Ben Kovacs studied at the University of Waterloo, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, specializing in Geography and Environmental Management through a co-operative program from 2013 to 2018. He also completed a Diploma in Canadian Environmental Assessment during the same period. His educational background laid a strong foundation for his career in environmental and geospatial fields.
Early Career and Roles
Kovacs has held various positions prior to his current role at Wyvern. He worked as an Account Manager at Voices.com for seven months in 2019 and served as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Waterloo in 2018. His experience also includes roles such as Project Assistant in Environmental Engineering at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada and Project Assistant in Sustainability Development at DIRTT Environmental Solutions, both in 2016 and 2015, respectively. These roles contributed to his diverse skill set in project management and environmental assessment.
Technical and Analytical Skills
Throughout his career, Ben Kovacs has developed strong technical and analytical skills. He worked as a Geospatial Data Analyst at the University of Waterloo from 2017 to 2018 and served as a Geomatics Technician at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in 2017. His experience in geospatial data management at Environment and Climate Change Canada further enhanced his expertise in data analysis and environmental management.