Ben O’Connor (he/him)

Education: Bachelors in International Business, University of Limerick, Ireland; graduated 2016

Pre-MBA industry: Fintech

Pre-MBA role: Director of Growth Office (Go to Market), FIS Global

Clubs: Tech, Boxing Society

About me: Before joining the MBA programme at LBS, I worked at FIS Global, a leading global fintech company. I began my career there as a Sales Executive for one of their B2B software solutions, targeting large companies with revenues exceeding US$1 billion in the UK and Ireland. During my tenure, I advanced from Sales Executive to building and managing an EMEA sales team, significantly increasing solution sales across Europe. Eventually, I was promoted to lead a Go-to-Market function aimed at expanding corporate sales in Europe, Asia and Latin America.

I chose to pursue an MBA to enhance my skills beyond revenue-focused roles, particularly in finance and artificial intelligence. Leaving my team was a challenging decision, but one that I felt was right for me. I am eager to support others facing similar crossroads in their careers.

Having been based in London for the past eight years, I love everything the city has to offer. I chose LBS for its reputation as one of the world’s top MBA programmes and its strong position to help me continue my career in London post-MBA.

After the MBA, I aim to transition back into the technology sector, aiming for a general management role with profit and loss ownership.

Three topics I can be approached for: Tech; starting an MBA with a sales background; life in London.

Email: boconnor.mba2026@london.edu