Ben Lawrence

Ben Lawrence has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Ben is currently working at PizzaExpress as the Head of Franchise Growth. Prior to that, they held various finance roles at Costa Coffee, including Global FP&A Manager, Finance Manager - Strategic Projects, and Commercial Finance Manager. Ben has also worked as a Financial Consultant at GASTRONOMY FOODS UK LIMITED and held multiple positions at Yum! Restaurants International, including Financial Development Lead and Financial Operations Analyst. Ben started their career as an Assistant Chef and Waiter at Surrey Cricketers Pub and has also worked at Regus, Intel, Nationwide Building Society, and OCS Group UK in various roles.

Ben Lawrence completed their education at various institutions. Between 2012 and 2014, they attended The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and received a qualification. From 2007 to 2011, they studied Business Studies at Bournemouth University and obtained a 2.1 degree. Prior to that, from 2005 to 2007, they attended Collingwood College and pursued Business, Maths, and Economics. Additionally, Ben Lawrence earned certification in "Becoming a Thought Leader" from LinkedIn in 2020.