Benedict Aitken
About Benedict Aitken
Benedict Aitken is an Account Director at Digital.ai, specializing in AI-powered DevSecOps platforms to enhance business outcomes for enterprise clients. With a diverse background in planning, development, and sales, he has held various roles in notable companies, including Salesforce and AECOM.
Work at Digital.ai
Benedict Aitken serves as an Account Director at Digital.ai, a position he has held since 2023. Based in London, England, he specializes in leveraging AI-powered DevSecOps platforms to drive strategic business outcomes for enterprise clients. His role involves connecting software development and delivery efforts to enhance value stream management, thereby facilitating digital transformation for Global 5000 enterprises.
Previous Experience
Before joining Digital.ai, Benedict Aitken accumulated diverse experience across various roles. He worked at Salesforce as a Senior Account Executive in Real Estate and Development from 2019 to 2023. Prior to that, he was an Account Executive at CoStar Group UK from 2016 to 2019. His earlier career includes a five-year tenure as a Planning and Development Consultant at AECOM from 2011 to 2016 and a role as a Renewable Energy Sales Executive at Global Energy Systems Limited from 2012 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Benedict Aitken studied at The University of Manchester, where he earned an MSc in Planning and Development from 2012 to 2013. He also attended King Edward VII and Queen Mary School. His expertise lies in connecting software development and delivery efforts to strategic business outcomes, focusing on value stream management and digital transformation through innovative technologies.
Background in Planning and Development
Benedict Aitken has a solid background in planning and development, having worked as a Planning Consultant in the UAE for AECOM from 2010 to 2011. His experience in this field spans various geographical locations, including the Middle East and the UK. This background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of strategic planning and development processes.