Ben Swofford

About Ben Swofford

As a Product Manager, UX Professor, and Content Strategist, I thrive on bringing clarity to complex, noisy situations. My strength is synthesizing big ideas, team input, and business goals into focused, actionable product strategy—especially when things feel ambiguous or fast-moving. I’m at my best helping teams define clear problems, craft targeted solutions, and build products that truly move the needle.My current focus is guide cross-functional teams to create high-quality tools and products that align with user needs and business goals, leveraging insights from data and content performance. My approach is rooted in deep listening, asking the right questions, and using visual tools to keep teams aligned and focused on what matters most. Whether I’m leading a new product initiative, shaping company-wide strategy, or teaching in the classroom, I focus on empowering teams to deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes.Connecting with others is the reason I use LinkedIn. Please feel free to connect and let me know how I can be helpful to you.

Experience

1. Product Manager & Ux Strategist

   Fourfront

   Jul 2023 — Present · Philadelphia, PA, US

   At FourFront, I wear leadership and contributor hats across the organization to help solve problems and drive success. Whether as a product manager, a Leadership Team member, or a lead analyst for select clients, my role includes defining a vision based on research, prioritizing a clear roadmap, empowering diverse teams to execute the plan, and continually measuring success and pivoting when necessary. This work has resulted in improved product outcomes and customer satisfaction.

Education

• Thomas Jefferson University

  Master of Science - MS, User Experience and Interaction Design

  2017 — 2019

• Miami University

  BA, Architecture

  2009 — 2013

Skills

• Sprout Social
• Video Editing
• Indesign
• Blogging
• Communication
• Google Analytics
• Photoshop
• Sketchup
• Project Coordination
• Social Media Consulting
• Teamwork
• Pinterest
• Branding
• Html
• User Experience
• Content Strategy
• Advertising
• User Experience Design
• Online Marketing
• Content Development
• Final Cut Pro
• Graphic Design
• Autocad
• Linkedin
• Laser Cutting
• Content Writing
• Photography
• Film
• User Interface Design
• Microsoft Office
• Facebook
• Illustrator
• Event Planning
• Creativity
• Adaptability
• Umbraco
• Writing
• Flexibility
• Digital Media
• Css