Ben serves as the Chief Communications Officer at the Financial Planning Association, where he directs all communications and public relations strategies. His responsibilities encompass media relations, organizational messaging, media training, speechwriting, and overseeing all consumer-facing initiatives. Ben collaborates closely with the marketing, conferences, and publications teams to ensure the Association’s public presence is strategic, cohesive, and impactful.
With a career in financial services dating back to 1998, Ben has held diverse roles, including founding and serving as president of Perception, Inc., a premier public relations firm dedicated to serving financial advisory firms and institutions from 2002 to 2010. His experience also spans the political and non-profit sectors, giving him a well-rounded perspective.
A 1995 graduate of Bradley University, Ben is the author of the book “Perfecting the Pitch: Creating Publicity Through Media Rapport” (Larston, 2007). Outside of work, he is a passionate Boston sports fan, a devoted Tom Brady supporter, and a jelly doughnut enthusiast. He resides in Clarksburg, MD, with his wife, Wendy, and their daughters, Izzy (18) and Jillian (15).