Trained in health services management and business administration, Ben has 25 years’ experience working in the health care and social services sector in various roles in hospitals and health and social service agencies. He has worked with organizations such as the Ontario HIV Treatment Network, the Hospital for Sick Children, Cardiac Care Network of Ontario, St. Michael’s Hospital and the West Park Healthcare Centre in Toronto. Most recently, Ben was the Executive Director of Fontbonne Ministries, a social services agency serving vulnerable populations, seniors and people experiencing social isolation. Ben is passionate about building healthy communities where everyone belongs.

Ben’s volunteer experience includes roles on boards and committees at South Riverdale Community Health Centre and Casey House. He is currently on the Board of Governors of Villa Colombo Toronto and on the Board of Pugalug Pug Rescue, a dog rescue charity in Toronto.
Ben is a visionary, collaborative and strategic leader able to set and achieve goals in complex, multi-stakeholder organizations, and building and managing highly engaged, diverse teams.

Throughout his career he has been dedicated to the wellbeing and care of unique populations, both in his employment and on the Boards he has served.