As Grants & PPIE Executive Ben provides support for TUF’s growing programmes and grants portfolio, working closely with the Director of Research. Key to his role is helping to manage the efficient running of the grants process and supporting the Scientific & Education Committee (SEC) members and reviewers, as well as managing TUF's PPIE programme.

Previously Ben has worked in operations at GB Climbing, managing a fast-paced international competition season. As well, Ben has had experience in stakeholder management and in building relations with the community in the membership department at the British Mountaineering Council.

Ben spends his free time climbing or hiking with friends