Husband of 32 years and father of four adult children (all college graduates and 2 small business owners). Talented and accomplished serial entrepreneur, corporate officer and senior technology executive with a proven record of success in establishing and directing companies, programs, and teams in the areas of information technology, blockchain development and information security. Expertise in strategic IT planning for commercial, government and defense industries, development and delivery of advanced technology solutions, and creation of effective continuity of operations plans (COOPs). Authored some of the first COOPs for the government. Strong technical background in network and systems design. Able to liaison between technical and non-technical groups. Frequent lecturer and keynote speaker. Instrumental in founding/co-founding or acquiring 14 portfolio companies. I am a 16 year service disabled Army veteran (most notable; member of the First Presidential Honor Guard and Sentinel of The Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers. I received my Doctor of Philosophy in Management Information Systems and dual Masters of Science Degrees from The John Hopkins University. I am a member of MENSA International Organization.
AREA(S) OF EXPERTISE:
Bockchain Development, Cryptocurrency, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Nation Building, Financial Literacy, IT Governance, Business/Life Coaching, IT Consulting, Entrepreneurship, Staff Development, Startup Operations, Process Improvement, Business Operations, Business Acquisitions, Information Security/Cybersecurity, Strategic Planning, Disaster Recovery, Solution Development, Budget & Cost Control, Network Infrastructure, Enterprise System Design
This is just a brief snapshot of my personal and executive bio as I have over 32 years of professional and business experience.
I have included my son, Brandon’s email (brandon@ufitnessva.com) as he will be helping with the management of my profile while I am confined.
Thank you for your time and let me know if there is anything else that I can provide at this time.
Kind Regards,
Ben
