Ben is VP- Technology and Sustainability with Rackspace Technology. He works with enterprises, architecting solutions to enable them to drive business outcomes through thriving in a  AI and hybrid cloud world.  Ben also leads sustainability efforts for Rackspace.

He is a 35-year veteran in multiple industries including health care, manufacturing, and technology consulting. Prior to Rackspace, Ben was with Covail, a leading-edge provider of AI/ML and cybersecurity services to Fortune 1000 clients. At Covail, Ben was VP of Delivery and transitioned to VP of Revenue and Client Success.

A recognized technology leader, Ben was named a Premier 100 leader by Computerworld. Outside of work, he loves to travel, ride his bike, and spend time with his wife and four daughters. He is an active organizer in the tech community and curates the Central Ohio CIO forum (150+ CIOs) and founded Techlife Columbus. Ben also serves on the Advisory Boards for South by Southwest and The Center for Software Innovation at The Ohio State University. Additionally he is on the Editorial Board for CDO Magazine and a Executive In Residence for Franklin University.

It's important to me to be part of a organization that uplifts the data, analytics, and AI profession. As a father of 4 daughters its especially important to create a platform for womens voices to be heard.