Ben Kauder

Ben Kauder is a seasoned professional in the banking, software, and electronic payments industries, currently serving as Partner at Blue Star Innovation Partners and as Founder & Managing Partner at VPT Advisory Inc. With expertise in mergers and acquisitions, product development, and optimizing client experiences, Ben specializes in enhancing interoperability and automating onboarding processes for businesses. Previous roles include senior positions at Usio, Singular Payments, and Vantiv, where Ben contributed to establishing payment integration platforms and advising on risk mitigation strategies. Ben began a career in banking as a Business Banker at GenoaBank and possesses educational qualifications in Economics and Politics from Oberlin College.