Ben Porter
About Ben Porter
Ben Porter serves as the Director of IT Technical Operations at Podium, where he focuses on optimizing IT performance and fostering a collaborative culture. With nearly 20 years of experience in corporate IT, he has held various roles in organizations such as Instructure and TradeStation Technologies.
Work at Podium
Ben Porter currently serves as the Director of IT Technical Operations at Podium, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on optimizing IT performance and efficiency. He aims to enable Podium to achieve its mission of empowering local businesses to create meaningful connections with their customers. His leadership is centered on fostering a collaborative culture and mentoring team members.
Previous Experience in IT
Before joining Podium, Ben Porter accumulated nearly 20 years of experience in corporate IT across various industries. He worked at Instructure in multiple roles, including Director of Information Technology from 2021 to 2023, Information Technology Operations Manager from 2020 to 2021, and System Administrator from 2018 to 2019. His earlier career includes positions at Central Refrigerated Service, Inc. and TradeStation Technologies, where he developed a strong foundation in IT operations and support.
Education and Expertise
Ben Porter studied at Western Governors University from 2013 to 2017, earning a degree that supports his extensive career in IT. He also attended Devry University for a year in 2010-2011, focusing on Information Systems. His expertise includes managing security operations, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation, and implementing cloud solutions. He specializes in building successful teams and optimizing IT processes.
Career Development and Roles
Throughout his career, Ben Porter has held various roles that demonstrate his growth in the IT field. He started as a Help Desk Technician at Central Refrigerated Service, Inc. from 2006 to 2011 and progressed to IT Engineer II at TradeStation Technologies from 2011 to 2015. At Instructure, he transitioned through several positions, including IT Helpdesk, IS&T Team Lead, and Security Operations Manager, reflecting his ability to adapt and lead in different IT environments.