Bob Benoit

Director, Global Technology Services at Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Bob Benoit, director, Global Technology Services, is responsible for IT infrastructure, end-user services, and operations technology services. In this role, he partners with other leaders to continually improve operational processes and IT capabilities in support of our strategic work and overall operational efficiency.

Prior to joining the foundation, Bob worked as an IT operations manager at Microsoft, where he managed a global client support team for what is now Office 365. Having also worked as a technology professional and volunteer for many Seattle-based nonprofit organizations, he has seen the positive impact technology can make in the effort to enable all people to lead a healthy, productive life.

Bob holds a bachelor’s degree in International Studies from the University of Washington.

Timeline

  • Director, Global Technology Services

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