Ben Crettenden

Ben Crettenden is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in research and development and management roles across various companies. Currently serving as Research And Development Manager at VERACIO since February 2023 and at Boart Longyear since October 2021, Ben has previously held significant positions such as Area Manager for South Australia, Northern Territory and Tasmania at AMC - Drilling Fluids & Products, and General Manager (contract) at Southern Contracting Group. Other notable roles include Contracts & Business Development Manager at Titeline Drilling and Business Development Manager at Tom Browne Drilling Services. Ben's career at Boart Longyear began in 1993 as Sales Manager Central Zone, evolving through various roles, including Technical Service Supervisor and Fitter/Machinist. Ben holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the Australian Institute of Management South Australia, which was completed from 2013 to 2016.