Ben Tidwell

Ben Tidwell, MBA, has a diverse work experience in the sports industry. Ben most recently worked as the VP of Business Development for TenCate Turf Recycling Solutions at TenCate Grass US. Prior to that, they held the position of Vice President of Operations at Challenger Turf, Inc. from March 2020 to April 2023, and Director of Operations from August 2018 to March 2020.

Before joining Challenger Turf, Inc., Ben worked as the Director of Strategic Sourcing at Sportgroup dba Astroturf from December 2017 to July 2018. Ben also held the position of Director of Sourcing at Sportgroup dba Synthetic Turf Resources from April 2017 to July 2018.

Ben's earlier work experience includes working at Sportgroup dba APT/Polytex USA as the Purchasing & Logistics Manager from October 2008 to July 2018. Ben also worked at Sportgroup dba Turfstore.Com in various roles from August 2003 to September 2010, including Inventory Clerk, Logistics, and Turf Fabrication Technician.

Additionally, Ben had a successful military career in the US Army, where they served as a Paratrooper (Airborne Infantry) in the 82nd Airborne Division - 1/504th PIR. Ben demonstrated strong leadership skills and attention to detail while managing platoon inventory. Ben also participated in combat operations during a deployment to Afghanistan.

Overall, Ben Tidwell's work experience showcases their expertise in operations, strategic sourcing, and business development within the sports industry. Ben also brings strong leadership skills and a background in military operations.

Ben Tidwell, MBA earned their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business Administration and Management from Belhaven University, where they attended from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management at the University of Phoenix, graduating with honors in 2015.