Ben is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati School of Architecture program. UC's co-operative educational program permitted him to gain experience in a variety of firms across the country (Ohio, Illinois, and California). He received his professional Bachelor of Architecture degree in 2002.

Ben has completed his NCARB internship, and plans to sit for the ARE examination this coming fall.

When not working, Ben enjoys playing soccer, snowboarding, mountain biking, and sipping micro brews at local watering holes.