Ben Sussman

Ben Sussman is an accomplished software engineer with extensive experience in technical leadership, education, and entrepreneurship. He obtained a BA in Computer Science from the prestigious University of California, Berkeley, and has since then made significant contributions to the tech industry.

Ben has worked for several major companies and organizations, including Betterment, ZocDoc, and Spell, where he currently works as an engineer. He has also served as a board member of Quill.org, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving literacy education for K-12 students.

Aside from his technical work, Ben has also had experience in education and has contributed significantly to expanding access to technology careers. Previously, he served as the Director of Technical Learning at the Coalition for Queens (C4Q), an organization that provides technical training to individuals from underserved communities.

Ben's technical expertise is not limited to a single area of focus; he has experience with iPhone applications, software development, and computer science. Given his role as a Lead Engineer at Betterment and Director of Engineering at ZocDoc, it's safe to say he has a particular interest in FinTech and HealthTech.

Ben is known for his passion for using technology to make positive changes in the world. His contributions both as a technical leader and an educator have made him a valuable member of the tech community.