Grimes, Ben

Ben Grimes is an accomplished executive with over 25 years of experience leading enterprise sales teams at some of the world’s top companies. In his current role as Corporate Vice President of US Manufacturing & Mobility at Microsoft, Ben provides executive leadership and strategic guidance to industry-focused customers both domestically and globally. Leading a team of more than 1200 employees, his responsibilities encompass sales, consulting, technical expertise, and customer success for an annual business that exceeds $9 billion. With a focus on understanding the critical business needs and growth opportunities of customers leveraging Microsoft solutions, Ben is committed to driving impactful outcomes through innovation and digital transformation.
 
Ben’s career journey began at AT&T, where he spent over a decade. Since joining Microsoft in 2011, he has consistently demonstrated leadership in sales, business operations, and industry knowledge through various management roles. Ben served as Vice President of the Northeast Region, focusing on professional services, media, and telecom industries. Before his current position, he was named as Corporate Vice President of US Manufacturing.
 
Ben values a thriving culture and focuses on creating an environment where everyone can do their best work, while building organizations that are stronger tomorrow than today. He is committed to supporting his community through philanthropic efforts, including organizations like the We Defy Foundation and the Platelet Disorder Support Association.
 
Ben received his bachelor’s degree from Salisbury University, Perdue School of Business and his MBA from University of Maryland. When not spending time with family or at work, he channels his energy into mastering martial arts, holding a black belt in Taekwondo and a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Ben resides in Maryland with his wife, Jen, who is a dedicated pediatric nurse, and their daughters, Avery and Carly.