Kenneth Ziegler
Advisory Director
Ken supports the Tech Opportunities portfolio, bringing expertise in cloud technology, infrastructure, SaaS and managed services.
Charlesbank's Technology Opportunities team engaged Ken as an Advisory Director in 2023 to leverage his 20+ year background at the intersection of cloud, infrastructure, SaaS and managed services. Ken collaborates with portfolio company leadership teams, identifying value creation strategies through both organic and inorganic investments. His focus includes go-to-market and capabilities expansion, team development and pinpointing key drivers of efficiency and differentiation that can be unlocked through cloud and automation.
Previously, Ken served as the CEO of Logicworks, a pioneer in cloud automation and managed services that was acquired by Cox Communications in 2023. Under his leadership, the company grew Annual Recurring Revenue from $11 million to over $110 million with over 40 consecutive quarters of growth, emerging as an industry leader in compliant public cloud software and services. His commitment to cultivating a high-performing, inclusive and innovative culture resulted in regular recognition in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant and Crain’s Best Places to Work and with Premier Partner status at AWS.
Education & Credentials
Binghamton University – BS in management & information systems
The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania – MBA in finance & entrepreneurial management
Personal
A native New Yorker, Ken finds joy from the simple pleasures of life – savoring the city's diverse culinary offerings, rooting on the Knicks (especially recently) and supporting his kids' passions - including traveling, cheering them on in dance recitals, soccer matches and the journey to becoming a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. Ken's North Star is laughter and lifelong learning, and he considers himself lucky to occasionally find a moment of respite amidst the organized chaos.
Advisory Directors are business executives or industry experts well-known to Charlesbank who participate in specific activities that arise in their areas of expertise, including fund and portfolio company advisory services. They are independent advisors who provide consulting services to Charlesbank, its funds and its portfolio companies at varying levels of engagement.