Ben A.
About Ben A.
Ben A. serves as the Director of Product at Teleport, where he focuses on human-centric product development. With extensive experience in both B2C and B2B software, he has held various roles in product management and user experience across several tech companies.
Work at Teleport
Ben A. currently serves as the Director of Product at Teleport, a position he has held since 2024. His role focuses on integrating customer, partner, and engineering perspectives to enhance product development. He has previously worked at Teleport as the Director of Developer Relations from 2021 to 2024. During his tenure, he contributed to the development and release of Teleport 15 and has actively participated in webinars, including one on managing AWS accounts with Teleport. Ben has also authored blog posts for the company, sharing insights and knowledge with the community.
Previous Experience
Before his current role, Ben A. held various positions in product management and user experience. He worked at SolarWinds as the User Experience Lead from 2015 to 2018. Prior to that, he was a Product Manager at Rackspace from 2013 to 2015. Ben also founded Exceptional Cloud Services, where he served as Head of Product from 2011 to 2015. His early career included roles at RedisToGo and IxDA, where he was involved in product design and interaction design, respectively.
Education and Expertise
Ben A. studied Product Design at Middlesex University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2004 to 2008. His educational background laid the foundation for his expertise in product development, particularly in developer-focused B2B software. He has a strong focus on human-centric design and has experience in both B2C domains and hardware innovation, including ubiquitous computing and architectural lighting.
Background
Ben A. has a diverse professional background that spans multiple roles in product management, user experience, and design. He has worked in various locations, including the San Francisco Bay Area and Dublin, Ireland. His experience includes building, managing, and securing cloud environments, as well as a strong emphasis on DevSecOps practices. He thrives at the intersection of business, community, design, and product, showcasing his versatility in the tech industry.
Current Residence
Ben A. resides in San Jose, California. His current location allows him to remain connected to the vibrant tech community in the Bay Area, facilitating collaboration and innovation in his roles within the industry.