Benjamin Arena

Benjamin Arena is an accomplished financial analyst currently working in the Director’s Office at the Scripps Oceanography department of UC San Diego since March 2022. Prior to this role, Benjamin gained valuable experience in various positions, including server/bartender at Ballast Point Brewing Company, and as a mechanical and quality engineer at ACE Industries, where responsibilities included operating precision measuring equipment and assisting the CEO with daily operations. Benjamin also served as a mechanical and quality engineering intern at ACE Industries and held the position of Director of Finance and Accounting for SEDS UCSD, managing significant funds and engaging in cost analysis for NASA projects. An early career began as a tax prep assistant at Tax & Business Advisors LLC and a sales intern at Media Temple. Benjamin holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Aerospace Engineering with a minor in Business from UC San Diego.