Benjamin Ward

About Benjamin Ward

https://benjaminward.com/

Experience

1. Senior Director of Systems Development and Automation

   Peter Gaietto And Associates, Inc

   Oct 2023 — Present · Milford, OH, US

   Technology and business transformation leader driving enterprise-wide automation, operational efficiency, and strategic growth initiatives. Partnering directly with the President and Vice Presidents, I lead digital transformation, process optimization, and long-term technology strategy to position the company for scalable growth and market expansion. Worked closely with executive leadership to implement organizational and process improvements beyond software, driving operational efficiency, workflow standardization, and cross-functional collaboration. Led digital transformation initiatives, rebuilding the company’s ERP & Online Customer Portal, integrating Inventory & Warehouse Management, QR and barcode scanning, and shipping & fulfillment automation. Drove procurement and financial automation, integrating ERP with Coupa, streamlining LTL/Parcel shipping through FedEx automation, and implementing QuickBooks invoicing automation to enhance financial workflows. Launched SameDayFab.com, an instant quoting and online ordering system integrating with Trumpf laser/bend cell manufacturing, allowing customers to upload CAD files for automated cost estimation with future expansions planned for glass, wood, plastic, bending, and powder coating services. Led sales and growth strategy with the President, implementing AI-powered lead generation, web scraping automation, and Google AdWords campaign optimization, directly contributing to millions in new revenue in the first year. Implemented enterprise-level quality control automation, developing a tablet-based QC app for real-time inspections, photo documentation, and shipment tracking, ensuring AS9100D compliance. Led and mentored internal and external engineering teams, managing a mid-level developer and an international contract software team through Upwork, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering high-impact solutions.

Education

• University of Cincinnati

  Associate's degree, Information Technology

  2014 — 2017

Skills

• Java
• C#
• Javascript
• Assembly Language
• Python
• Scala
• Php/Mysql
• Mssql
• Microsoft Access
• Computer Hardware
• Network Administration
• Leadership
• Asp.net
• Llvm
• Visual Basic
• Public Speaking
• Bash
• Windows Batch
• Photoshop
• Gimp
• Adobe Fireworks
• Xna
• Compilers
• C
• C++
• Software Development
• Html
• Sql
• Linux
• Mysql
• Databases
• Web Development
• Php
• Css
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Jquery
• Html5
• Windows
• Cascading Style Sheets (Css)
• Management