Brian Benes Email & Phone Number

Lincoln, Ne, Us

Lincoln, Nebraska Area

Provides leadership and oversight of Q2's BaaS (Banking as a Service) compliance & risk programs including PCI, SOC1 and SOC2 by working closely with Q2's Chief Security Officer (CSO) and Chief Compliance Officer (CCO)-Execution, management and reporting of the monthly, entity-wide control compliance utilizing Auditboard GRC software-Manage and track contractual, regulatory, and industry standard compliance requirements-Perform various audits and risk assessments based on PCI and SOC 2 Trust Principles ensuring controls are in-place and operating as designed-Work with clients to ensure customer satisfaction by meeting Q2 client’s compliance and due diligence requirements-Measure and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of business practices and operations, the process of deterring and investigating fraud, and the safeguarding of company assets-Other ad hoc compliance consulting projects

Sarasota, Florida Area

Responsible for the operations of a manufacturer/marketer of branded polishing products for the Automotive, Marine, Aviation & Commercial industries. Included oversight of the following areas: Manufacturing, Purchasing/Sourcing, Logistics, Quality Control/Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Customer/Vendor Relations, Customer Service Call Center, Financial Reporting, Budgeting and Planning, Human Resources and Information Technology.Additionally: • Created and developed multiple new product initiatives including the formulation, design, sourcing, costing, marketing and final product launch. • Created and managed the sales and marketing plans for the entire product portfolio across industries. • Implemented and oversaw the E-Commerce activities through Amazon Vendor Central and Amazon Seller Central accounts.• Established standardization and formalization of processes and procedures throughout the organization. • Designed and ran exhibitor booths at national shows and conferences including marketing materials, advertising and product demonstrations.

Greater Milwaukee Area

Brian has over 15 years of experience providing professional services to major corporations. He served as the COO of a manufacturing company and oversaw all internal operations. His experience has also included managing the internal audit functions of two large Wisconsin companies, performing financial, operational and IT compliance audits. He also has experience implementing and complying with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 requirements including managing teams responsible for the documentation and testing of controls. In addition, Brian has expertise in SOC Type 1 & 2 reviews, IT general control reviews, VISA PCI/CISP data security compliance efforts, retail store operational audits, accounts payable reviews/analysis, data analytics and internal/external fraud investigations.Additionally: • Management Consultant providing value added services of IT Audit, Financial Audit, Fraud & Operational Assessments to Companies with annual revenues between $1 million to $5 billion dollars• Key note speaker at public and private seminars throughout the state of Wisconsin• Utilized data analytics and data mining to produce Management reporting around exceptions, outliers and trending as they relate to Financial and Operational processes• Performed Operational process improvement reviews to identify inefficiencies, synergies and cost reduction opportunities across departments• Implemented and conducted Fraud prevention/detection strategies and reviews across multiple industries• Managed and performed Data Security prevention and detection strategies around: Segregation of Duties, Customer Information, Vendor Information, Intellectual Property, Mobile Computing, Logical Access and Physical Access• Consulted with Clients to assist in the development and enhancement of internal trainings, policies and procedures

Greater Milwaukee Area

Managed all aspects of internal operations for a manufacturer and marketer of branded healthcare products for the wellness industries. Responsibilities included oversight of the following areas: Manufacturing, Purchasing/Sourcing, Logistics, Quality Control/Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Customer/Vendor Relations, Customer Service Call Center, Financial Reporting, Budgeting and Planning, Maintenance, Human Resources and Information Technology.Additionally:• Managed the sales and marketing plans for maintaining and growing the top 3 distributors in terms of growth initiatives, product integration, promotions and customer service. • Through process improvement, oversight of key performance indicators, monitoring and automation was able to achieve a 6% gross margin and 150% net income improvement over a 12-month period.• Established standardization and formalization of processes and procedures throughout the organization. • Developed a distributor network in Europe and the required product compatibly to meet EU standards regarding ingredients, labeling and marketing.• Created and developed multiple new product initiatives including the formulation, design, sourcing, marketing and product launch.• Established formal marketing and advertising schedules and outlines internally and managed the deployment of the programs to the distributor network.• Established and negotiated yearly pricing for entire distributor network.

Greater Milwaukee Area

Brian has over 15 years of experience providing professional services to major corporations. He served as the COO of a manufacturing company and oversaw all internal operations. His experience has also included managing the internal audit functions of two large Wisconsin companies, performing financial, operational and IT compliance audits. He also has experience implementing and complying with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 requirements including managing teams responsible for the documentation and testing of controls. In addition, Brian has expertise in SOC Type 1 & 2 reviews, IT general control reviews, VISA PCI/CISP data security compliance efforts, retail store operational audits, accounts payable reviews/analysis, data analytics and internal/external fraud investigations.Additionally: • Management Consultant providing value added services of IT Audit, Financial Audit, Fraud & Operational Assessments to Companies with annual revenues between $1 million to $5 billion dollars• Key note speaker at public and private seminars throughout the state of Wisconsin• Utilized data analytics and data mining to produce Management reporting around exceptions, outliers and trending as they relate to Financial and Operational processes• Performed Operational process improvement reviews to identify inefficiencies, synergies and cost reduction opportunities across departments• Implemented and conducted Fraud prevention/detection strategies and reviews across multiple industries• Managed and performed Data Security prevention and detection strategies around: Segregation of Duties, Customer Information, Vendor Information, Intellectual Property, Mobile Computing, Logical Access and Physical Access• Consulted with Clients to assist in the development and enhancement of internal trainings, policies and procedures

Greater Milwaukee Area

Managed and performed the Sarbanes Oxley 404 Financial, Operational and IT compliance testing across a company with revenue exceeding $15.5 billion.Additionally:• Managed and performed the PCI (Payment Card Industry) compliance relating to the security of credit cardholder and personal data • Managed and performed risk-based audits pertaining to the Financial, Operational and IT business processes of the company• Performed and managed special projects at the request of the Board of Directors to identify process inefficiencies and non-compliance with related regulations and requirements• Conducted implementation and process reviews to analyze potential control deficiencies and risk impacts to the company• Responsible for the creation and co-presentation to the Board of Directors and Audit Committee, quarterly materials related to audit results, trends and resolutions• Created, refined and updated audit methodologies and programs• Established the use of electronic work papers and automated software within the department to streamline and enhance audit testing

Green Bay, Wisconsin Area

Managed and performed the Sarbanes Oxley 404 compliance for the Financial and Operational business processes spanning two corporate entities with a combined $4.1 billion in revenue.Additionally:• Created the methodologies and related programs to comply the IT general computer controls and application controls within the business processes relating to Sarbanes Oxley 404 & PCI compliance.• Conducted onsite store Operational audits for two entities to identify process improvements, loss exposure, regulatory compliance and procedural control weaknesses in areas of: Human Resources, Safety/OSHA, Advertising/Promotions, Health Services, Loss Prevention, Cash Office, Receiving, Inventory and Price Accuracy• Managed and performed IT, Operational, Financial and Compliance audits relating to corporate business processes spanning two corporate entities• Conducted fraud investigations relating to internal and external activities, resulting from process control deficiencies and internal policy violations• Responsible for the creation and presentation of Board of Directors and Audit Committee materials• Utilized ACL audit software for data mining and analysis and to automate and enhance audit fieldwork• Conducted system implementation and operational process design reviews to analyze impacts to current control structures and identify potential risks associated with new processes