Ben has extensive experience in community service. He has served on the Board of Directors for the Epilepsy Foundation in Middle Tennessee since 1988, led a coalition of three communities to interact with local and state government, and serves as International Goodwill Ambassador for Missionvale. Ben currently works for Ford Motor Company as s a Global Industrial Engineer, supporting its Powertrain organization and he lives in Detroit, Michigan. He serves on the Ford FIRST Board of directors and volunteers as a judge for regional, district, state, and international events. Ben has continued to support the FIRST Robotics organization in South Africa which includes 5 other countries under the leadership of Johannes de Vries.

An international service assignment led Ben to Port Elizabeth, South Africa for two years (2010-2012). This experience – this cultural immersion – has bound his heart to the people of South Africa. He is honored to join this remarkable journey with its branches to other countries that support this township.