Ben Sharf

Ben Sharf is a driven entrepreneur and co-founder of Platter, a successful tech-enabled service for Shopify brands. His strategic vision has led Platter to design over 150 high-converting stores and achieve profitability within two years, demonstrating strong leadership in the e-commerce sector. mentorpass+2

Beyond his company, Ben actively contributes to the startup ecosystem as the host of the Turning Pro Podcast, where he interviews top founders, and as an angel investor in over 30 companies. This involvement highlights his commitment to nurturing and supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs. turningpropod+1

Sharf's entrepreneurial journey began early, co-founding the non-profit 6FTCloser during college to support frontline workers and developing a mobile app in high school. His experiences, including a successful Division 1 ice hockey career at Colgate University, have shaped his resilient and growth-oriented mindset. linkedin+3

Ben is also passionate about personal challenges and charitable causes, demonstrated by his participation in a USA-sanctioned boxing match for Haymakers for Hope, where he raised over $52,000 for cancer research. instagram+1