Hi, I’m Ben.
I connect vision to action through communication and creativity.
I’m a communicator with 15+ years of experience turning strategy into execution. I thrive in big-picture planning and the details that bring it to life—whether leading communication efforts, guiding executive strategy, or creating designs that inspire.
WHAT I DO
Big picture strategy, detailed and creative execution.
My work spans strategic planning, communication, and creative production. I bring vision and execution together—aligning leadership goals while designing the details that make them real.
Communication
I plan and deliver messaging that makes strategy clear, actionable, and understood.
Graphic Design
With 15+ years of experience, I use the Adobe Suite to create clear, compelling visuals.
PR & Advertising
I develop campaigns that communicate clearly, reach the right audiences, and deliver measurable results—whether for institutions or small businesses.
Strategy
I guide strategic planning processes and specialize in execution and reporting that keep leadership aligned and accountable.
Web Development
I design and develop user-friendly websites with strong attention to detail, accessibility, and storytelling.
University Teaching
I’ve spent a decade helping others grow—teaching in higher education, mentoring emerging professionals, and applying the same industry standards to my own work.
CAREER HIGHLIGHT
Strategic planning & communication at WSU
At Washington State University, I led strategic planning and communication efforts across the system, working with the Board of Regents, executive leadership, and campus leaders to align vision with execution.
Strategic Planning
I facilitated systemwide strategic planning processes, guiding leadership in setting priorities and aligning goals across campuses and colleges.
Communication Leadership
I crafted communication plans and produced content that engaged internal stakeholders, built buy-in, and ensured clear and transparent communication.
Implementation & Reporting
I specialized in moving plans into action- developing objectives, dashboards, and reports that kept leadership accountable and progress visible.
Systemwide Collaboration
I worked with all levels of leadership to determine strategies, provided planning support, and partnered 1:1 with leaders to move initiatives forward.
CLIENT WORK
I work with clients to transform ideas into clear, creative projects that engage and achieve results.
ABOUT ME
I’ve grown from designer to strategist, building skills that bridge both worlds.
I began my career as a graphic and web designer and later taught university courses in communication. As my career has progressed, I have learned how to communicate more strategically and lead planning efforts.
Today, I bring together strategy, planning, and production in a wide skillset that helps move ideas into action in a powerful way.