Ben Thompson
About Ben Thompson
Ben Thompson is the Founder and CEO of Employment Hero and has held various leadership roles in multiple companies, including Carlton Group Ltd. and KEYPAY CLOUD PAYROLL & WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT. He is recognized for his contributions to human capital management and entrepreneurship, receiving several awards and accolades throughout his career.
Work at Employment Hero
Ben Thompson serves as the Founder and CEO of Employment Hero, a position he has held since 2014. Under his leadership, Employment Hero has established itself as Australia's first all-in-one HR and employee benefits platform. The company focuses on providing comprehensive solutions for human resource management, enhancing employee engagement, and streamlining HR processes for businesses.
Education and Expertise
Ben Thompson has extensive experience in human capital management and entrepreneurship. He founded an employment law firm in Australia in 2002, which complements his father's HR consultancy business. His expertise in these areas has been recognized through various accolades, including being a finalist for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year in 2018.
Background
Ben Thompson has been involved in multiple ventures throughout his career. He has worked as an investor and director at KEYPAY CLOUD PAYROLL & WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT since 2013 and has been a key figure at Carlton Group Ltd. since 2010. Additionally, he founded The EI Group and has been its director since 2002. His entrepreneurial journey spans over two decades, with significant contributions to the startup ecosystem.
Achievements
Thompson has received several accolades for his contributions to human capital management. In 2018, he was awarded the HRD Gold Medalist for Human Capital Management Systems and Rewards and Recognition Service Provider. He was also recognized as a LinkedIn Top 25 Startup in the same year and ranked #2 in Dynamic Business Top 10 Entrepreneurs. His ventures have been acknowledged in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50, where he ranked #12 in 2018.
Personal Interests
Ben Thompson has an adventurous spirit, engaging in various outdoor activities. He enjoys racing yachts on Sydney Harbour and has participated in mountain biking down a volcano in Ecuador. His travels include backpacking across Asia, Europe, and South America, as well as climbing Mont Blanc and several peaks in the Himalayas. He also dedicates time to mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs.