Ben Thompson

Ben Thompson is a seasoned payroll and financial professional with extensive experience in payroll management and operations. Currently holding the position of Senior Payroll Specialist at DraftKings Inc. since October 2022, Ben has previously worked as a Payroll Specialist at Porter-Gaud School and as a Payroll Accountant at the College of Charleston, where responsibilities included processing payroll for over 1,500 employees and assisting with multi-state payrolls. Additionally, Ben's background includes diverse roles such as Worship Leader and Financial Administrator at the Church of the Good Shepherd, where initiatives led to increased community engagement and the successful integration of new financial systems. Educationally, Ben holds an MBA from The Citadel and a BA in History from the College of Charleston.