Ben Kohl, Ph.D. Email & Phone Number

Manhattan, KS, US

• Completed final 2 years of grant-funded USAID Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Research on Sorghum & Millet.
• Managed operational matters and served as the initial point of contact within the management entity.
• Coordinated and prepared annual, semi-annual, and special reports, ensuring compliance with USAID standards.
• Organized national and international scientific meetings and workshops, and supported web-based reporting platforms.
• Enhanced the program’s digital presence, increasing social media followers sixfold and managing website redesign using WordPress.
• Developed various communications materials, including videos, newsletters, and feature stories, using Adobe Creative Cloud.

Manhattan, Kansas, United States

• B2B Software as a Service (SaaS) company providing data management solutions for grant-funded programs.
• Supervised 4 Marketing Specialists and increased annual recurring revenue growth rate from 14% to 52%.
• Enhanced social media presence, increasing followers 10X in 6 months, and redesigned the company’s website using WordPress.
• Negotiated and prepared contracts and RFPs, while managing CRM systems (HubSpot & Salesforce).
• Produced marketing materials and training videos with Adobe Creative Cloud, and conducted webinar presentations for prospective clients.
• Traveled internationally for client meetings, research conferences, and university visits.

Manhattan, Kansas, United States

• Founder and owner of this consultancy business helping students and parents prepare for college experiences and expenses by providing advice to students about building competitive résumés and academic records.
• Assisted students in finding and securing scholarships, and reviewed/edited application materials.
• Conducted mock interviews for competitive scholarships and provided FAFSA guidance.
• Advised on college savings plans (Coverdell ESAs, 529 plans) and coordinated campus visit appointments.
• Provided ACT/SAT resources and guided students on academic and career planning.

Manhattan, Kansas, United States

• Non-profit (B2B & SaaS) organization providing teaching and learning evaluation systems in higher education. Manhattan office closed when software was acquired by parent company located in Buffalo, NY.
• Supported faculty and administrators in higher education through professional development initiatives.
• Negotiated and prepared contracts and license agreements, increasing sales by 54%.
• Developed and implemented communication, social media, and marketing strategies.
• Planned and coordinated conferences, events, and outreach opportunities.
• Managed CRM system (Salesforce) and conducted webinar presentations.

Manhattan, KS

• The Office of Student Financial Assistance offers expert advice about the best financial options for students during their time at Kansas State University.
• Supervised 4 full-time staff and 18 student employees.
• Redesigned and maintained office website.
• Trained staff and high school counselors on financial aid regulations.
• Developed publications and outreach materials using Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Managed $800,000 Federal Work-Study program and monthly budget reconciliation.

• Assisted professors with grading, teaching and curriculum development during Ph.D. program.
• Graded final projects for College of Education Academic Advising Master’s Program.
• Taught “Leadership in Practice” to junior undergraduates.
• Assisted in curriculum development and online course design for “College Student and College Environment” and taught the course to graduate students.

Manhattan, Kansas, United States

• The Department of Housing & Dining Services facilitates award-winning dining centers, residence halls, scholarship houses and apartment neighborhoods for students at Kansas State University, enabling them to live where.
• Supervised 2 full-time staff and 5 student employees.
• Published newsletters for current students’ families.
• Conducted focus groups on residence hall quality.
• Trained staff on enrollment management issues.
• Collaborated with Admissions to increase housing contracts by 20%.

Manhattan, Kansas, United States

• Served as a Team Manager for Sykes Enterprises, a technical support call center for various computer companies.
• Supervised a team of 40 computer support technicians
• Coordinated job fairs and recruitment and retention efforts
• Provided quarterly account earnings for financial reporting
• Developed statistical reports for promotions, recruitment, interviews, and performance evaluations
• Recruited and interviewed 10 to 15 applicants per month for technical support positions

Emporia, Kansas, United States

• Served as a Resident Assistant for Emporia State University, Residence Life.
• Utilized mediation and conflict resolution skills.
• Enforced and upheld university and housing policies.
• Supervised and served as a resource on a floor of 25 male residents.
• Counseled and advised residents through social, emotional, and academic support.
• Planned and facilitated educational programs to promote community, academic enhancement, diversity, and safety.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Counseling And Student Development, Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

Dissertation: How long-time-to-doctorate PhD candidates persist to earn their degrees https://krex.k-state.edu/dspace/handle/2097/40892

Master Of Science - Ms, Adult Learning And Leadership

Activities and Societies: Student Affairs Graduate Association, NASPA, ACPA, Phi Delta Kappa Thesis: Adult Education in Community Colleges

Bachelor Of Arts, Ba, Communication, Minor Business Adminnistration

Activities and Societies: Sigma Tau Gamma, Union Activities Council, Student Governing Association, Xi Phi Honorary Fraternity