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Ben H.

Your Ideas in a Voice, That Commands Attention.

There are a handful of people in each industry who can tell a story that changes everything for their company. It changes how their market is evaluated, how their category is perceived, and it takes control of the narrative when customers, investors, and media repeat their story.

But very few of these leaders have time to sit and write. But I do.

I spent 20 years writing for the world’s biggest companies and their most senior leaders, and now I work with organizations that need to apply that same data-driven rigor and refined style to their most important subject matter.

There’s never been more content scattered across websites, mailing lists, and LinkedIn — and anyone can see that most of it is AI-generated. That kind of content is easy to create, even easier to spot, and it tells customers that communicating authentically is not your top priority.

Right now, the leaders who really stand out are the ones who use a human voice to share both their technical mastery and their intuitive sense of what will connect with their audience. My reputation was built on knowing how to scale your expertise, pair it with my judgment and creativity, and elevate all of it with the exact same tone and style I used when writing the most-viewed enterprise content in the world.

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Experience

May 2025 — Present

FractalComms

Executive Director

FractalComms is a company specializing in communication strategies and services for businesses.

Aug 2024 — Present

One of the Top 40,000,000 books on Amazon

Author, “Chandelier”

“Chandelier” is one of the books ranked among the top 40,000,000 on Amazon.

Jun 2022 — Present
GitHub

GitHub

Creative Marketing Director

GitHub provides a platform for developers to collaborate and build software for both open source and private projects.

  • Developed strategic storytelling and brand-building material for the groundbreaking AI product GitHub Copilot.
  • Responsible for translating complex AI capabilities into compelling narratives across global campaigns.
  • Led content strategy and development for materials targeting enterprise leadership.
  • Created branded content for GitHub Universe, social media, community engagement, events, ticket sales, and category development
  • Executed targeted marketing communications and content strategy efforts for CISOs and CIOs.
Mar 2021 — Jun 2022
Qualtrics

Qualtrics

Head of Qualtrics Studios

Qualtrics provides experience management tools that help organizations manage critical business data and improve decision-making.

  • Champion for the creative vision and execution of the Qualtrics brand across video, motion, and web.
  • Oversaw Qualtrics Studios, creating original entertainment content geared toward educating businesses on experience management.
  • Produced content for quarterly webinars integral to generating 60% of the sales pipeline.
  • Facilitated multimedia ventures focusing on brand engagement and consumer education.
Aug 2012 — Mar 2021
Microsoft

Microsoft

Director Of Communications

Microsoft develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells software products and services worldwide.

  • Led strategic evolution of executive communications, enhancing brand tone and messaging frameworks.
  • Developed Brad Anderson's personal brand, pioneering the "The Shiproom" series with 45 million annual views.
  • Achieved 460% social media growth during 2019-2021, boosting engagement rate to top 2% worldwide.
  • Created keynote presentations for executives, significantly reducing cost per qualified lead by 86%.
  • Launched notable series including “Tough Call” and the diversity “Lunch Break” series.
Nov 2010 — Nov 2012
Microsoft

Microsoft

Marketing Communications Manager

  • Managed the end-to-end keynote development process for high-stakes executive communications.
  • Crafted targeted media outreach material effectively enhancing customer engagement.
  • Directed and wrote impactful customer and keynote videos to support strategic objectives.
  • Oversaw development of compelling internal communication content.
Oct 2008 — Nov 2010

Projectline

Account Director

Projectline specializes in crafting marketing campaigns to enhance client engagement and drive brand success.

  • Led successful marketing campaigns for major tech companies including Microsoft, BlackBerry, and Intel.
  • Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration to optimize campaign strategies and outcomes.
  • Enhanced brand visibility and client engagement across multiple digital platforms.
  • Strategized marketing efforts contributing to increased brand recognition and market share.
Nov 2007 — Sep 2008
MikeWorldWide

MikeWorldWide

Account Supervisor

MikeWorldWide (MWW) is an independent public relations agency elevating B2B and B2C brand impact through communication strategies.

  • Directed PR strategies for global tech client Samsung, strengthening their brand through NFL sponsorships.
  • Provided executive training in public speaking and media interviews, enhancing client executive profiles.
  • Crafted engaging and persuasive public narratives to drive brand reputation and recognition.
  • Facilitated successful media relations campaigns enhancing corporate partnerships and visibility.
May 2006 — Oct 2007
Connors Communications

Connors Communications

Senior Account Executive / Media Manager

Connors Communications operates as an online marketing agency excelling in SEO, blogging, and social media strategies.

  • Planned and supervised effective media outreach, driving brand visibility and engagement.
  • Provided training in interview techniques and public speaking, boosting client presentation skills.
  • Executed strategic communication plans enhancing brand narrative and market presence.
  • Collaborated cross-departmentally to streamline communication and achieve corporate objectives.
Dec 2004 — Apr 2005

State House of Representatives Campaign

Campaign Manager

State House of Representatives Campaign focuses on political outreach and election campaigning for legislative candidates.

  • Developed comprehensive campaign strategy and messaging for the Texas 97th District election.
  • Led team efforts in grassroots organization and community outreach initiatives.
  • Utilized data-driven insights to refine campaign tactics and voter engagement.
  • Facilitated volunteer coordination and resource allocation to maximize campaign impact.
Jun 2004 — Nov 2004
Stanton Communications

Stanton Communications

Account Coordinator

Stanton Communications provides strategic public relations and public affairs services to varied industries nationwide.

  • Created compelling feature material and media outreach for clients such as Sprint-Nextel and Party City.
  • Drafted executive communications and strategic content enhancing client visibility.
  • Coordinated cross-functional team efforts to execute communication strategies effectively.
  • Managed communication channels, fostering enhanced client relationships and engagement.
Oct 2003 — May 2004

WSU Marketing Communications Department

Marketing Communications Executive Producer

WSU Marketing Communications Department focuses on strategic marketing communication initiatives for Washington State University.

  • Developed and directed engaging recruiting materials effectively attracting prospective students.
  • Coordinated with academic departments to ensure uniform messaging and branding.
  • Implemented multimedia strategies for outreach campaigns, broadening engagement reach.
  • Researched and analyzed recruitment trends to inform strategic communication decisions.