Alex Benson
Product & Operations Executive
Summary
Technical product leader with 10+ years of experience driving product strategy, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering successful enterprise solutions. Proven track record of scaling consumer applications to millions of users and implementing large-scale business transformations.
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Core Competencies
Technical Leadership
Product Strategy
Project Management
Change Management
Business Operations
Agile/Scrum
SQL & Analytics
Figma Prototyping
Professional Experience
Jan 2020 - Present
- Led large-scale ERP/WMS implementations for 9-figure manufacturer after multiple prior failed attempts
- Directed end-to-end change management and cross-organizational testing for enterprise systems
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of business operations, identifying process improvements
- Built BuffRamen, a science-based fitness routine generator
- Built Joan, a productivity platform
Jul 2022 - Jan 2025
- Led product development driving mobile growth to 1M+ downloads and 2-3M monthly active users
- Owned full product roadmap, transitioning platform to subscription revenue model
- Developed automated content pipeline, eliminating thousands of hours of manual processes
- Managed complete business administration including hiring, finances, and operations
CFO & Scrum Master
Blocher Consulting LLC Indiana- Led organization through leadership transition as Interim CEO while maintaining operational continuity
- Managed software development teams delivering custom solutions to semiconductor and defense clients
- Transformed operations by implementing agile methodologies, growing revenue from $250K to 7-figures
- Handled all business administration as sole non-engineer in leadership
Education
Bachelor of Science in Management
2014Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs
Certifications
Professional Scrum Master II (PSM II)
Scrum.org
Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO I)
Scrum.org
Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)
Scrum.org