Benjamin Ovando

About Benjamin Ovando

I\'m a former college professor who is currently utilizing well-developed skills and expertise in interpersonal communication, project management, human resources, and facilitation in a corporate environment.I have several years of specialization in creating, organizing, and managing special projects and programs. I am skilled in creating and communicating a clear set of goals and objectives and in creating methodologies, processes, and supporting documentation to ensure the successful implementation and completion of established goals and objectives within a strict timeframe. Additionally, I am well-versed in monitoring and evaluating team member performance, and in providing feedback that increases effectiveness and quality of work. Throughout my career I have been able to successfully collaborate and norm with peers in order to facilitate established processes and goals.

Experience

1. Senior Manager, Specialty Platform Development

   PDS Health

   Nov 2023 — Present · Irvine, CA, US

   My primary responsibility is to lead platform development from ideation through implementation for Specialty Dentistry. I work closely with leadership to plan, develop, and deploy new and existing specialty programs, products, and services to accomplish the mission of supporting dental clinicians’ professional and personal development by providing the best platform in dentistry.

Education

• California State University-Fresno

  Master of Arts (MA)

  2004 — 2008

• Pacific Union College

  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

  1998 — 2002