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💼 Past Experience

In today's economy, manufacturers and distributors must rely on a combination of global sourcing and contract work to meet customer demands. Supplier experience is essential to this process, and as a VP of Supply Chain at Solo Stove, Ben Kofoed has had the opportunity to work with some of the world's most sophisticated companies. As a consultant owner/consultant at BK BIZ LLC, Ben is responsible for creating and conducting business operations from a customer perspective. He has had the opportunity to work with clients in a wide variety of industries, including foodservice, automotive, manufacturing, and construction.Prior to joining Solo Stove, Ben was responsible for all supply chain functions for a small company in Logan, Utah. He was responsible for managing contract negotiations and outcomes, as well as acting as the owner/operator of the business. In this position, he had the opportunity to work with customers in a variety of industries, experiencing their needs in a specific context. As a result, he understands the complexities of supply chain management and can provide solutions when faced with problems. Ben has a B.S. in Business Administration from Brigham Young University-Hawaii.

🎓 Education

After earning his B.A. from international business administration from Utah State University in 2004, Ben Kofoed served as a business student at Jon M. Huntsman School of Business from 2008-2013. During his time at Huntsman, he completed a Joint concentrations in Asian Studies and United States Business Administration, which landed him a freelance position as an opportunities analyst with Zhangfei Group in China in late 2013.Since leaving Zhangfei, Ben has served as an opportunities analyst for several Utah-based start-ups, most notably QB China. Over the past few years, he's helped several others inch closer to their ultimate goals by providing insights and analysis on a variety of beverage and food product products. Ben's background and skills in business and business analysis make him a valuable asset to any business team.He is currently a sought-after speaker and consultant in the beverage and food industry, and is currently a private professor at Utah State University's Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, where he teaches American Business Administration and business research. Ben is also a certified public accountant and has lectured on business and financial analysis and financial planning to school groups and businesses throughout Utah and the United States.

💡 Technical & Interpersonal Skills

BenKofoed has over 10 years of experience in the manufacturing and distribution of food and kitchen supplies. He has a background in business, marketing, and supply chain management. As Vice President of Supply Chain at Solo Stove, Ben Kofoed will leadership the company's supply chain, which is responsible for the manufacturing, distribution, and sales of kitchen and food supplies. In this role, Ben Kofoed will work with customers to ensure that all products are delivered on time and in the most efficient manner possible. Additionally, he will work with the company's sales force to develop new products and expand the company's product line.Most recently, Ben Kofoed was a consultant/owner at BK BIZ LLC, which is a small business consulting firm. He was responsible for providing strategic global sourcing and new product development services to clients in the food service and automotive industries. In his previous roles, Ben Kofoed has worked with clients in a wide variety of industries, including the restaurant and catering industry, automotive manufacturing, and the grocery store sector.Ben Kofoed holds a degree in business from the University of Utah and has worked in the restaurant and catering industry since he was 20 years old. He has experience in more than 10 industries, including the restaurant and catering industry, automotive manufacturing, and the grocery store sector. Ben Kofoed is currently a Vice President of Supply Chain at Solo Stove and has experience in a wide variety of industries, including the food service and automotive industries.