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Ben Cameron is a high-performing executive search professional. He focuses on industrial technology and energy and has a strong track record of board, C-suite, and VP placements. He has lived and worked in various regions of the U.S. and abroad, and built a diverse network both through his success in search and his career as a professional musician touring nationally with his band, The Cameroons.
Professional Focus
- 15 years of experience in recruiting and executive search
- Track record of successful C-level searches including CEO, COO, CSO, CRO, as well as VP and outside board director roles
- Specialized expertise in industrial automation and robotics, working with machine builders, integrators, distributors, design-build, and SaaS/tech companies within a range of industries
- Specialized expertise in oil & gas, specifically the digital oilfield, energy transition, and ESG
- Partners primarily with small- and mid-cap PE-backed portfolio companies, pre-IPO, and family-owned enterprises
- Broad national experience and network in various regions of the U.S.
Business Expertise
- Principal at a boutique executive search firm in Denver; focused on automation, robotics, industrial, and energy
- Associate at an executive search firm focused on financial services; Miami, FL
- Assistant Director of Marketing and Recruitment at the nation’s largest executive search, recruitment, and strategic consulting firm specializing in primary and secondary education sector; Boston, MA
Additional Expertise
- Automation
- Robotics
- Oil & Gas
- EHS/Sustainability
- Specialty Materials
- Oilfield Services
- Aerospace & Defense
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Semiconductor
- Automotive
- SaaS
- Fin Tech
- Entertainment
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in English and Music (cum laude) from Vanderbilt University, Nashville TN
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