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Benjamin Willox
Building better software for the assisted living industry.
Benjamin Willox is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of ExaCare, a company he helped establish in March 2022.1 ExaCare is a platform that develops software for assisted living facilities, aiming to improve the quality of care provided to seniors.13
Professional Background
Prior to co-founding ExaCare, Willox had a diverse career in technology and consulting:
- He served as the Chief Technology Officer at Galea Health from March 2020 to March 2022, and continued as an advisor until September 2022.1
- Willox worked at Bain & Company, first as an Associate Consultant from July 2019 to June 2021, and then as a Senior Associate Consultant for four months until October 2021.1
- Earlier in his career, he was an Analyst at TenX Ventures in Vancouver, Canada, from 2016 to 2017.1
Education
Benjamin Willox received his education at The University of British Columbia, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Microbiology & Immunology, achieving a perfect 4.0/4.0 GPA.1 During his time at the university, he also worked as a Teaching Assistant for Algorithm Design and Analysis.1
Role at ExaCare
As the CTO of ExaCare, Willox is at the forefront of developing innovative technology solutions for the senior living industry. The company recently raised $6.5 million to advance its data-driven approach to senior living operations.2 ExaCare's platform utilizes artificial intelligence and data analytics to help care providers identify, understand, and address the unique needs of seniors.2
Company Vision
ExaCare, under the leadership of Willox and CEO Braedan "Laird" Russell, aims to revolutionize senior care by:
- Streamlining the onboarding process for seniors entering care communities.2
- Using AI to analyze resident data and health records, providing quick and effective care plan recommendations.2
- Integrating multiple operational functions into a single, cohesive platform to improve efficiency and reduce administrative burden.2
Benjamin Willox's expertise in computer science and his experience in healthcare technology make him well-suited to lead the technical development of ExaCare's innovative solutions for the assisted living industry.