About Ian Benson
Who is Ian Benson?
My background, experiences and interests.
My background
A story shaped by
people and places.
Ian Benson was born in Lambeth, London, to Ghanaian parents. His upbringing and educational journey included time abroad, exposing him to different cultures, experiences and perspectives.
Those experiences form part of the perspective he brings to technology, community life and public service today.
Learning & perspective
My education
Ian holds a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Applied Computing from the University of Portsmouth.
His international experiences and study abroad also helped broaden his understanding of different cultures and ways of life.
Computing & cloud infrastructure
My professional journey
Ian’s interest in technology has developed into a professional career in computing and cloud infrastructure, including working with Microsoft Azure and enterprise technology environments.
He is interested in the opportunities for technology to improve how organisations and communities operate.
Medway, Kent
My community
Now based in Medway, Ian has a growing interest in public service and local issues. The experiences of the people and places around him are an important part of how he thinks about wider questions.
More about MedwayA constructive contribution
Looking ahead
Ian sees himself as someone who wants to contribute positively to the places and institutions around him, while continuing to develop professionally and personally.
This website is a place to share that journey, explore ideas and make space for conversation.
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