Ben Thompson
Ben Thompson, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Employment Hero, has led the company since its inception in 2014. Over the past decade, he has overseen its growth into a global HR tech leader, supporting over 300,000 businesses and 2 million employees worldwide. His leadership has been pivotal in driving international expansion and developing innovative HR solutions.
Career Milestones
- Co-founded Employment Hero in 2014 and serves as CEO, growing it into a global leader valued over A$2 billion and serving more than 300,000 businesses.
- Founded Employment Innovations in 2002, laying the groundwork for his future ventures in HR technology.
- Established Power2Motivate in 2007, showcasing his consistent entrepreneurial drive and focus on employee engagement.
- Recognized as a Top10 Dynamic Entrepreneur for his award-winning employment solutions software.
- Leveraged his background in employment law to pioneer innovative HR and payroll technologies that simplify employment processes.
- Led Employment Hero’s expansion to support over 2 million employees globally, emphasizing accessibility, innovation, and engagement.
About Employment Hero
Employment Hero is a global HR, payroll, recruitment, and employee engagement platform that simplifies the entire employee lifecycle for over 300,000 businesses, primarily small to medium-sized enterprises. The company differentiates itself through its innovative "Employment OS" and "EH Work" superapp, which integrate HR functions with financial well-being features like real-time pay. With a mission to make employment easier and more rewarding for everyone, Employment Hero is committed to innovation, including AI-driven solutions, and maintains a strong customer reputation.