Ben Swire
About Ben Swire
Ben Swire is the Senior Director of Content Design at InVision and the Co-Founder of Make Believe Works, with a diverse background in design, philosophy, and literature.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Ben Swire is currently serving as the Senior Director of Content Design at InVision, where he oversees the strategic direction and implementation of content design initiatives. Concurrently, he works at Loftie as the author of 'The Mysteries of Sleep,' a book that delves into the science, history, and peculiarities of slumber. Additionally, Ben is a Co-Founder of Make Believe Works, a company focused on helping organizations, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to startups, build creative and emotional muscle memory.
Professional Background
Ben Swire has a diverse professional background with roles in various sectors. Notably, he spent five years at IDEO, first as a Senior Communications Designer/Writer and then as a Senior Design Lead. Prior to that, he was a Creative Consultant at Iron Creative Communication in San Francisco. Ben also has extensive experience in financial services, having worked for nine years at Morgan Stanley Investment Management, achieving the role of Vice President. Additionally, he has held positions at IBM, AT&T, Weylock Associates, AllianceBernstein, and started his career as Art Director at Larchmont Chronicle.
Educational Background
Ben Swire holds a Master's degree from The New School, where he studied Philosophy, Psychoanalysis, and Cultural Theory. He also has a Bachelor of Arts in English and Comparative Literary Studies from Occidental College. His educational journey began at Principia Upper School, laying the foundation for his diverse academic and professional pursuits.
Make Believe Works
As a Co-Founder of Make Believe Works, Ben Swire focuses on fostering creativity and emotional intelligence within organizations. The company, which evolved from a bi-weekly creative playdate called Make Believe Time at IDEO, now helps a wide range of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies to startups, develop creative and emotional muscle memory through various engagement activities.
Authorship of 'The Mysteries of Sleep'
Ben Swire is the author of 'The Mysteries of Sleep,' a book that explores the intricate science, rich history, and curious oddities surrounding the phenomenon of sleep. The book aims to provide readers with a deeper understanding of sleep's multifaceted nature, drawing from various disciplines to offer comprehensive insights.