Ben comes to web development from a rich background that spans multiple disciplines.  A polymath with a degree in international political economy and Japanese, his interest in computers dates back to MS-DOS in the early nineties.  He worked as a web developer during college, and throughout his first career teaching mathematics and sciences at the secondary and post-secondary level he continued to integrate his interest in technology with his work.  When he started his own online tutoring company in the mid-2000’s, he was well-prepared to realize the educational potential promised by the web.

In 2017, after 18 years as an educator and professional communicator, Ben chose to switch to full-time work as a developer.  His transition was quick, fueled by his years of experience marrying technology and communication, and today his résumé includes solutions for companies large and small, including REI and the University of Washington.  Today, as Lead Web Developer for RealT, Ben’s mission is to craft a user experience that is truly first-class.