Ben Karniel
About Ben Karniel
Ben Karniel serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Guesty, where he focuses on executional excellence and employee development. With extensive experience in both enterprise accounts and SMBs, he has a proven track record in growing businesses across various organizational sizes.
Current Role at Guesty
Ben Karniel serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Guesty, a position he has held since 2023. He operates in a hybrid capacity from the Tel Aviv area, Israel. In this role, he focuses on driving sales strategies and fostering relationships with enterprise accounts and SMBs. His leadership emphasizes executional excellence and employee development, aiming for continuous improvement within the sales team.
Previous Experience at Guesty
Prior to his current role, Ben Karniel worked at Guesty as the Vice President of Global Sales from 2017 to 2023. During his six years in this position, he was instrumental in expanding the company’s market presence and enhancing sales operations. His tenure at Guesty was marked by a strong focus on growing business relationships and optimizing sales processes.
Career at LivePerson
Ben Karniel's career at LivePerson spanned from 2006 to 2017, where he held multiple roles. He began as an Online Sales Agent and progressed to SMB Sales Team Leader, followed by Director of Online Sales & Strategy. His five years as Director involved developing sales strategies and managing online sales initiatives, contributing to the company’s growth and market positioning.
Educational Background
Ben Karniel earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Tel Aviv University, studying from 2006 to 2010. His education provided a foundation for his analytical skills and understanding of market dynamics, which he has applied throughout his career in sales and strategy.
Experience at Microsoft
Before his tenure at LivePerson, Ben Karniel worked at Microsoft as an Administrative Leader from 2003 to 2005. In this role, he gained valuable experience in organizational management and operational efficiency, which has informed his subsequent roles in sales and strategy.