Background & Experience

Ben is a self-motivated and goal-oriented leader in charge of project pursuits for Haskell’s Aviation & Aerospace Manufacturing Division. As the Division Leader, he is instrumental in driving new business and identifying the right opportunities to build long-term relationships with the right prospects. Ben joined the company in 2021 after a successful 11-year career in the U.S. Navy as a P-8A Poseidon Weapons and Tactics Instructor Pilot. During that time, he led large teams and was key in the implementation and integration of the P-8A into the operational picture. He has vast experience of working with defense contract companies in the creation and implementation of new systems and components for military aircraft.

At Haskell, Ben is responsible for identifying and overseeing new market initiatives, developing strategic pursuit plans, maintaining current client relationships and identifying areas for potential new client markets. He manages the proposal pursuit strategy through to project win and attends conferences, meetings and industry events. In addition, he collaborates with the in-house design and engineering teams to ensure that projects are on meet the clients’ needs and that information is being communicated effectively.