Benjamin Encz

Benjamin Encz is the CEO and Co-Founder of Ashby, a company focused on enhancing hiring processes through data-driven solutions. He has been in this role since October 2018, leading the development of tools that aim to simplify and improve recruitment workflows for organizations.

Professional Background

Before founding Ashby, Encz held several notable positions:

• Director of Engineering & Part-Time Recruiting Operations at PlanGrid (December 2015 - October 2018): Here, he gained experience in managing engineering teams and recruitment processes.

• Software Engineer & Early Startup Employee at Make School (September 2013 - November 2015): This role allowed him to work in a startup environment, contributing to various projects.

• Lecturer at Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW) (May 2012 - September 2013): He taught courses related to his field of expertise.

• Software Engineer & Project Lead at DATAGROUP SE (October 2011 - September 2013): In this position, he led projects and developed software solutions.

Encz began his career as a Co-Op Student at IBM, where he worked for three years, gaining foundational experience in the tech industry.

Educational Background

He studied at the Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW), where he developed the skills that would later inform his career in technology and engineering.

Contributions to Ashby

At Ashby, Encz has been instrumental in creating a platform that emphasizes advanced reporting and customizable workflows, addressing the complexities of recruitment processes. He has focused on building a strong internal knowledge base to empower his team to make independent decisions regarding product and engineering.1234

Encz is known for his commitment to using data to inform hiring practices, helping companies improve their recruitment strategies and outcomes. His vision for Ashby includes fostering a culture of long-term thinking and continuous improvement within the team.23