Teddy Benson

Teddy Benson has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and roles. Teddy is currently the Director of Data Architecture & Platforms at Universal Destinations & Experiences, where they use advanced data analytics and AI technologies to create immersive, personalized experiences. Prior to this, Teddy worked as the Senior Director of Field Engineering at BlueCat, where they successfully managed a diverse team and coordinated product integration. Teddy also held the position of Director for Disney's Decision Science and Integration at Walt Disney World, where they were responsible for the overall data strategy and integration. Before that, Teddy was a Senior Software Engineer at Google and the Founder of Channel Intelligence, Inc., where they spearheaded the company's IT infrastructure and development plan. Additionally, they were the Founder of youknowbest, where they were responsible for enterprise-level architecture creation and design of internet-based software services. Teddy also worked as a Senior Software Developer at Lockheed Martin, where they were responsible for the architecture design and development of various network infrastructure nodes. Teddy's expertise lies in problem-solving, managing teams, and turning big data into actionable insights.

Teddy Benson's education history includes multiple degrees and certifications in the field of computer science. Teddy obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science from Florida State University, where they studied from 1986 to 1990. Prior to that, they attended Eckerd College from 1985 to 1986 for further studies in Computer Science. Additionally, Teddy Benson briefly attended St. Petersburg College in 1987. Earlier in their education, in 1982, they pursued studies in Computer Science at Trinity University.

In addition to their formal education, Teddy Benson has obtained numerous certifications. Teddy completed various online courses, including "Learning Technology in the Information Age," "APIs - Application Programming Interface: Executive Briefing," "Core Python: Big Picture," "Data Science: Executive Briefing," "Microsoft Azure Cloud Concepts," "Understanding Machine Learning," and "What Is Programming?" from Pluralsight in April 2021. Furthermore, they obtained certifications from lynda.com in September 2014, which include "CMS Fundamentals," "CSS Fundamentals," "CSS: Core Concepts," "Dreamweaver CS5 Essential Training," "Getting Started with MakerBot 3D Printers," "HTML5 for Flash Developers," "HTML5: Structure, Syntax, and Semantics," "JavaScript Essential Training," "Joomla! 3 Essential Training," "Photoshop CC One-on-One: Fundamentals," "Up and Running with 3D Printing," and "User Experience Fundamentals for Web Design."

Overall, Teddy Benson has a strong educational background with a focus on computer science and has further enhanced their knowledge and skills through various certifications.