Andrew Johnson
EVP, CFO and Brand Ambassador
Andrew Johnson is one of the founding partners of Connex and remains an integral part of the day-to-day operations of the company. An “in-the-trenches” executive with over 25 years of experience, Johnson’s foresight and strategic thinking has been essential to the growth of Connex, as well as our members and partners.
When he’s not online, you can find him playing sports or spending time with his family.
Robert Patteri
Vice President, Sector Head Human Capital Management
Robert Patteri brings a unique perspective to Connex. An executive with over 16 years of experience in enterprise marketing and business development, Patteri has also spent 25 years in the entertainment industry as an actor, performing on stage and screen all over the world. His greatest strengths lie in building relationships and bringing out the best in people.
Patteri is an ordained pastor and a board member of Global Ministries and Relief Canada. He enjoys mission work, having spent time in Haiti and the Far East. In his off hours, he and his wife help their daughter pursue her career in the arts and entertainment industry.
Benjamin Collins
President & CEO
Benjamin Collins, one of the founders of Connex Partners, brings 20+ years of experience to his role at Connex. Collins’ sense of humor, positive perspective on life and passion for helping clients succeed has helped shape Connex’s company culture and inspires employees to strive to achieve their personal bests. When Collins isn’t working, you can find him hitting the slopes, taking a long run or practicing Transcendental Meditation.
Fred Heslop
Managing Director
Fred Heslop is a powerhouse in the Human Capital Management division of Connex Partners. As a Managing Director, he works tirelessly at helping our partners accelerate their business. With a degree in Psychology, Heslop is constantly evaluating the best way to deliver the best outcomes for his clients.
In addition to being a father to four girls, Fred’s many talents include field dressing a deer, learning how to do a French braid in under five minutes and how to catch fish when no one else can.
Francisco Clough
Vice President Strategy
Francisco “Cisco” Clough is a goal-oriented executive who works with his team by focusing on accomplishing the objective at hand. He extends the same strategy when collaborating with our partners to help them reach their milestones for success.
Clough is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder. When he’s not at work, Clough’s life is happily consumed by his two little boys and his wife.
Rey David
Partner
Rey David is an eight-year veteran of Connex Partners. He is responsible for growing our healthcare key-decision maker network and plays an essential role in shaping strategic relationships with tangible results for our healthcare member community.
When not obsessing over his career, you can find Rey (some call him David) in the gym training for physique shows, doting on his indoor plant family, or on the hunt for undiscovered art in Brooklyn, NY.