Drew Bennett

Drew Bennett is a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in analytics and strategic planning, collaborating with prominent organizations and global policy leaders to catalyze market growth and enhance access to Information and Communication Technologies.

He boasts a profound understanding of international policy, trade dynamics, and economic factors impacting the evolution of global technology markets, coupled with a knack for in-depth analysis and research, having crafted quantitative studies and market research for influential policymakers and industry leaders.

Furthermore, Drew is a proficient speechwriter and public speaker with exceptional interpersonal and public relations abilities, making him a well-rounded expert in various facets of professional communication.

His educational background includes a Master's in Law and Diplomacy specialized in International Information and Communications Policy from The Fletcher School at Tufts University, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in English Literature, Creative Writing, Sociology, and African Studies with Cum Laude honors from Middlebury College.

Throughout his career, Drew has held pivotal roles in renowned organizations, notably serving as the Director for Global Public Policy Analysis & Strategy at The Walt Disney Company and previously as the Director for Global Public Policy Asia Pacific within the same organization.

Prior to his tenure at Disney, he contributed significantly as the Power Africa Private Sector Portfolio Manager at USAID, Senior International Trade Specialist, and Renewable Energy Industry Analyst at the U.S. Department of Commerce, and as an International Trade Specialist and Telecommunications Industry Analyst within the same department.

Additionally, Drew's professional journey includes diverse roles such as Project Manager for the Massachusetts Broadband Initiative Start-Up Phase at Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, Broadband Policy Specialist at Independent Consulting, Project Evaluator, and Coordinator at bridges.org, and Analyst and Investigator at Internet Law Group.

With his rich and varied background, Drew Bennett continues to be a prominent figure in the fields of global public policy, trade analysis, and technology market development, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every endeavor.