Ben Z.
About Ben Z.
Ben Z. serves as the Chief Business Officer at Truecaller, bringing extensive experience from various roles in prominent firms including KKR, Bain & Company, and Sequoia Capital.
Current Role at Truecaller
Ben Z. serves as the Chief Business Officer (CBO) at Truecaller, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing business strategies and operations, contributing to the company's growth and market presence. His work is based in both Singapore and Stockholm, Sweden.
Previous Experience at KKR
Ben Z. has a notable history with KKR, where he worked in various capacities. He served as an Associate at KKR Capstone from 2014 to 2016 in Hong Kong, focusing on strategic initiatives in Southeast Asia. He later took on the role of Principal at KKR Capstone for a brief period in 2016, before transitioning to other positions.
Consulting Background at Bain & Company
Ben Z. worked as a Consultant at Bain & Company from 2006 to 2010. During this four-year tenure, he was involved in projects across Singapore, Malaysia, and Greater China, providing strategic insights and recommendations to clients.
Educational Background
Ben Z. earned his MBA from The University of Chicago - Booth School of Business, where he studied Finance, Accounting, and Entrepreneurship from 2010 to 2013. Prior to that, he completed his B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Economics at Brigham Young University from 2001 to 2005.
Experience in Investment and Management
Ben Z. has held significant roles in investment and management firms. He was a General Manager at Groupon for a short period in 2011 in Beijing, China. He also worked at Sequoia Capital as a Director from 2018 to 2022 and as a Vice President from 2017 to 2018, focusing on markets in India, Southeast Asia, and China. Additionally, he gained experience as a Summer Associate in M&A at Morgan Stanley in 2011.