Ellen Benecke
About Ellen Benecke
Ellen Benecke is the Manager of Financial Business Operations at Inspirato, where she has worked since 2023. She has a diverse background in project management and operations, with previous roles at Inspirato and other companies in the Greater Denver and San Diego areas.
Current Role at Inspirato
Ellen Benecke serves as the Manager of Financial Business Operations at Inspirato, a position she has held since 2023. Based in Denver, Colorado, she has been with the company for one year. In this role, she develops and designs scalable system architectures, contributing to the efficiency of financial operations. Ellen collaborates cross-functionally to achieve business objectives, ensuring alignment across various departments.
Previous Experience at Inspirato
Before her current role, Ellen worked at Inspirato in various capacities. She was the Manager of Real Estate Operations from 2021 to 2023, where she oversaw real estate projects and operations. Prior to that, she served as a Project Manager from 2019 to 2021, managing project timelines and deliverables. Her tenure at Inspirato spans four years, showcasing her growth within the organization.
Educational Background
Ellen Benecke has a solid educational foundation in business and management. She studied Business Administration and Management at San Diego State University from 2014 to 2018, earning her degree over four years. Additionally, she pursued studies in Entrepreneurship at Bangkok University, where she participated in a Study Abroad program in 2017. Her academic journey also includes studying Spanish at Universidad Nebrija in 2015.
Professional Experience Prior to Inspirato
Ellen's professional experience includes various roles before joining Inspirato. She worked as a Project Manager at VintageView Wine Storage Systems from 2018 to 2019 and as a Sales Coordinator at the same company for four months. Additionally, she held a Social Media Marketing Internship at Brandetize in 2018. Earlier in her career, she worked at San Diego Events Company and Starbucks, gaining diverse skills in project management and customer service.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Ellen Benecke is a fan of the Michigan Wolverines and actively supports the team during games. She enjoys skiing in the Colorado backcountry during weekends, reflecting her passion for outdoor activities and the local environment.