Benjamin D.
About Benjamin D.
Benjamin D. serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Olly Olly and has extensive experience in software development and engineering leadership across various industries. He holds a Master's degree in Applied Computer Science and an MBA, and has a proven track record of building effective engineering teams and improving processes.
Current Role at OLLY
Benjamin D. serves as the Vice President of Engineering at OLLY, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering operations and driving product development initiatives. His leadership aims to enhance the company's engineering capabilities and deliver innovative solutions.
Previous Experience in Engineering Leadership
Benjamin D. has held several significant engineering leadership roles prior to joining OLLY. He was Vice President of Engineering at Veritone from 2021 to 2023, and before that, he served as Senior Director of Software Engineering at Coupa Software from 2018 to 2021. His experience includes leading teams at Datto, Inc. and CaterTrax, where he focused on software development and engineering management.
Educational Background
Benjamin D. holds a Master's degree in Applied Computer Science from the University of West Georgia. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Leadership from the Jack Welch Management Institute. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor of Science in History at SUNY Brockport.
Career Development and Mentorship
In addition to his engineering roles, Benjamin D. has been a Plato Mentor in Engineering Leadership since 2017. He has a commitment to supporting the professional growth of engineers, having assisted hundreds of individuals in achieving their career aspirations throughout his 25+ years in the industry.
Diverse Industry Experience
Benjamin D. has extensive experience across various industries, including Multi-Level Marketing (MLM), Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR), Hospitality, Fintech, and AI Services. His work has focused on building products that positively impact these sectors, demonstrating his versatility and adaptability in engineering.