Benjamin Cooper
About Benjamin Cooper
Benjamin Cooper is a Senior Manager of Site Acquisition at Starry, Inc., where he oversees site acquisition projects remotely from the Eastern US. He has a diverse background in project management, research, and photography, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations since 2012.
Work at Starry
Benjamin Cooper currently serves as the Senior Manager of Site Acquisition at Starry, Inc., a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees site acquisition projects remotely from the Eastern US. He is responsible for managing the expansion of Starry's Vertical Asset network in major cities including Washington DC, New York City, Boston, and Columbus. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Vertical Assets Engineer and Project Manager at Starry, contributing to the company's growth and operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Cooper studied at Macalester College, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from 2014 to 2017. He also attended St Brendan's Sixth Form College, achieving General Certificate of Education: Advanced Level (GCE A-Level) in subjects including Biology, Physics, and Business Studies from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he completed his General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) at City Academy Bristol from 2007 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in technical problem solving, data analysis, and engineering.
Professional Background
Benjamin Cooper has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple industries. He has experience as a Project Manager at Epic and as a Research Software Engineer at Loma Linda University Medical Center. His earlier roles include positions as a Laboratory Technician at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and a Research Assistant at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He also served as a Plant Technician at Pajarito Powder, LLC, and as a Supplemental Instruction Leader at Macalester College.
Photography and Creative Work
In addition to his managerial role at Starry, Benjamin Cooper has been involved in photography and video direction since 2012. He operates Benji Cooper Photography, where he works as a photographer and music video director based in Bristol, United Kingdom. His passion for the intersection of technology and creativity is evident in his work, where he focuses on combining technical skills with artistic expression.
Previous Experience
Throughout his career, Benjamin Cooper has held various positions that have contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Trip Leader for Wilderness Adventures in Costa Rica and as a Digital Resources Assistant Manager at Macalester College. His role as a Neuroscientist at the University of Dundee and his experience in research roles further demonstrate his diverse skill set and adaptability in different environments.