Ben Dublin

Ben Dublin is an experienced executive with a strong background in operations and leadership across various sectors. Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer at Verabloom, Inc., a multi-state cannabis operator, since December 2021, Ben has also been a Managing Partner at Central Processors, Inc. since February 2019, overseeing large-scale hemp facilities in South Carolina. Previously, Ben held significant positions including Chairman of the Board for Onondaga Civic Development Corporation from June 2015 to June 2019, facilitating over $100 million in borrowing capacity for non-profits and civic projects. Ben's career also includes a role as Senior Vice President at Mercury Public Affairs and various positions in Onondaga County government, where responsibilities included Chief of Staff under then County Executive Joanie Mahoney. Ben holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Government from Siena College, earned between 2001 and 2007.