Ben Kessler

Ben Kessler is an accomplished senior executive with extensive experience in digital partnerships and payment solutions across various leading organizations. Currently serving as Senior Director of Digital Partnerships at Visa, Ben manages strategic partnerships with key payment enablers and processors, fostering collaboration within Visa's global payment system. Additionally, as Senior Advisor at Liquid Avatar Technologies, Ben contributes to advancements in blockchain and digital identity solutions. A co-founder and CEO of The KABN Network, Ben oversees a suite of integrated financial services. With previous roles at Banc of California, Earthport, Mastercard, CIBC, and American Express, Ben has developed a robust background in payment systems, account management, and strategic alliances. Ben holds an MBA in Marketing and Finance from NYU Stern School of Business and a BA in Politics from Brandeis University, supplemented by studies at the University of Oxford.