Ben F.

Ben F. currently serves as the Director of Business Development at Sonoco, a position held since September 2020, following roles as Area Manufacturing Manager, Plant Manager, and Plant Superintendent within the same company. Prior to this, Ben was a Managing Partner at East Franklin from June 2018 to September 2020, focusing on acquiring and operating businesses with significant EBITDA. Ben's career includes experience as a Quality Manager at Sonoco from November 2015 to May 2018 and as Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer at Play On, Philly! from November 2012 to July 2015. Educational credentials include a Master of Business Administration from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School and a Sistema Fellowship Certificate from the New England Conservatory of Music, as well as a Bachelor's Degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.