Thomas Benedict
About Thomas Benedict
Thomas Benedict serves as the Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Ibotta, Inc., where he oversees partnerships with major retailers. He has held various roles in business development and wealth management across several companies, contributing significantly to Ibotta's growth and innovative strategies.
Current Role at Ibotta
Thomas Benedict serves as the Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Ibotta, Inc. since 2022. In this role, he oversees strategic partnerships with major retailers, including Walmart, Dollar General, and Kroger. His responsibilities include developing and maintaining relationships that enhance Ibotta's market presence and drive consumer engagement.
Previous Experience at Ibotta
Before his current position, Thomas Benedict held the role of Senior Vice President, Data & Media at Ibotta from 2021 to 2022. During this time, he contributed to the growth of Ibotta's cash back offerings, which have enabled American consumers to earn over $1.5 billion. His work also involved managing Ibotta's AI-powered network that influences consumer purchasing behavior.
Professional Background
Thomas Benedict has a diverse professional background. He worked at Upwave as Head of Business Development from 2018 to 2019 and previously held several roles in wealth management, including Private Wealth Advisor at Morgan Stanley from 2009 to 2011 and Private Banker at J.P. Morgan from 2011 to 2014. He also co-founded Link Restaurant Group, Inc., serving as Co-CEO from 2012 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Benedict earned his MBA in International Finance from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, where he studied from 2007 to 2009. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in International Business & Marketing from Georgetown University, completed in 2004. Additionally, he pursued Executive Education in Data Science at UC Berkeley School of Information in 2021.
Career Development
Throughout his career, Thomas Benedict has held various roles that contributed to his expertise in business development and strategic partnerships. He worked as a Consultant at Upwave from 2016 to 2017 and as a Partner at IB Investment Banking from 2016 to 2019. His experience spans across multiple sectors, enhancing his strategic insight and operational capabilities.