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Ben Erwin

CEO at Charitybuzz

Ben Erwin is the visionary CEO of Charitybuzz. Since joining Charitybuzz in 2008, Ben has spearheaded efforts that have generated over $500 million in incremental funds for over 5,000 charities. As CEO, he has led the company to achieve a 2.5x increase in revenue while successfully transforming it into a profitable enterprise.

Professional Journey: Ben joined Charitybuzz because he was captivated by the idea of leveraging a for-profit business to effect meaningful change within nonprofits. Initially focusing on Sales and Business Development, he developed a unique value proposition and sales strategy that drove significant organic growth. His strategic efforts were crucial in the sale of Charitybuzz to Todd Wagner in 2015. Post-acquisition, Ben led Business Development for the new entity, integrating Prizeo and Chideo, diversifying revenue channels, and onboarding hundreds of new clients.

Rising through the ranks from General Manager to Chief Revenue Officer, President, and CEO, Ben has overseen transformative mergers and acquisitions, strengthening the company’s market position. Post-acquisition, Ben led Business Development for the new entity, integrating Prizeo sweepstakes and other business lines, diversifying revenue channels, and onboarding hundreds of new clients.

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BOOK NOW FOR your podcast

Ben Erwin

CEO at Charitybuzz

Ben Erwin is the visionary CEO of Charitybuzz. Since joining Charitybuzz in 2008, Ben has spearheaded efforts that have generated over $500 million in incremental funds for over 5,000 charities. As CEO, he has led the company to achieve a 2.5x increase in revenue while successfully transforming it into a profitable enterprise.

Professional Journey: Ben joined Charitybuzz because he was captivated by the idea of leveraging a for-profit business to effect meaningful change within nonprofits. Initially focusing on Sales and Business Development, he developed a unique value proposition and sales strategy that drove significant organic growth. His strategic efforts were crucial in the sale of Charitybuzz to Todd Wagner in 2015. Post-acquisition, Ben led Business Development for the new entity, integrating Prizeo and Chideo, diversifying revenue channels, and onboarding hundreds of new clients.

Rising through the ranks from General Manager to Chief Revenue Officer, President, and CEO, Ben has overseen transformative mergers and acquisitions, strengthening the company’s market position. Post-acquisition, Ben led Business Development for the new entity, integrating Prizeo sweepstakes and other business lines, diversifying revenue channels, and onboarding hundreds of new clients.

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THR’s Degen Pener chats with Ben Erwin, CEO of Charitybuzz; Muneer Panjwani, CEO of Engage for Good; and Emily Rasmussen, founder and CEO of Grapevine about how the power of technology in fostering community-based activism both at a hyper-local and corporate level is changing the face of philanthropy.” 

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Ben Erwin photographed with George Clooney and others at their event raising funds for the Clooney Foundation for Justice.

Timeline

Mar 2022 - Present

Charitybuzz

Chief Executive Officer

Acquired by Todd Wagner

Mar 2022 - Present

Oct 2018 - Mar 2022

Charitybuzz

President

Acquired by Todd Wagner

Oct 2018 - Mar 2022

Oct 2017 - Oct 2018

Charitybuzz

General Manager

Acquired by Todd Wagner

Oct 2017 - Oct 2018

Mar 2017 - Sep 2017

Charitybuzz

SVP, Business Development

Acquired by Todd Wagner

Mar 2017 - Sep 2017

Jan 2015 - Mar 2017

Charitybuzz

VP, Business Development

Acquired by Todd Wagner

Jan 2015 - Mar 2017

Aug 2007 - Jan 2015

Charitybuzz

Director of Business Development

Aug 2007 - Jan 2015

Mar 2016 - Present

Charity Network

Chief Executive Officer

Mar 2016 - Present

Feb 2016 - June 2023

Prizeo

Chief Executive Officer

Feb 2016 - June 2023

Jan 2011 - Apr 2022

RFK Young Leaders

Founder

Jan 2011 - Apr 2022

Ask me

How do we leverage capitalism to help more nonprofits (or cause-driven organizations)?
How can leaders build confidence amongst people in their organization?
Why has the annual dollar amount given to charities not changed in the last 60 years?
Why should you not put work-life balance on a to-do list?
How do you effectively measure impact in cause-focused organizations?
How do you curate remarkable experiences to attract donors outside your email list?

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