Ben Johnson

Ben Johnson is Senior Advisor to the Mayor of London on business and digital policy. In this role, Ben supports the mayor and the Deputy Mayor of London for Business, Rajesh Agrawal – who is also Chair of London & Partners – and works with colleagues across the GLA to develop and implement strategy and policy in support of business, growth and economic fairness.

Prior to his role in City Hall, Ben worked on Sadiq Khan’s campaign to become Mayor of London, in particular playing a key part in drafting his manifesto. Previously, Ben was Head of Policy Development at The Labour Party, as well as having a background in transport, environment and local government policy. He has also served as a councillor in the London Borough of Wandsworth.

Originally from Warrington, Ben moved to London in 2003 and has been here ever since. He has a BSc in Public Policy, Government and Management from the University of Birmingham.