Matt Benkendorf

Matt Benkendorf has a diverse work experience in various roles and industries. Matt is currently working at One Touch Brands as the Technology Programs Manager and Information Systems Security Officer, overseeing software development projects and managing compliance policies and procedures. Previously, they were the Programs Director at BLK24, where they provided mobile and digital strategy consulting services. Matt also served as the Vice President of Operations and a founding team member at ReplyBuy, a company that enables real-time connection between teams and fans via mobile platforms. Additionally, Matt has worked as a Senior Account Executive at American Digital, an Account Executive at Lumenate (formerly Augmentity Systems), and an Account Manager at CareerBuilder.com and CDW. Matt also has experience as the Managing Partner of Petersen's Ice Cream, where they expanded sales and developed new distribution channels. Earlier in their career, Matt worked as an intern at Westminster North Conservatives, performing various tasks related to communication and political campaigning.

Matt Benkendorf attended Elgin Academy in Illinois from 1990 to 2000. Matt then enrolled at Arizona State University, where they pursued a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies and studied Justice Studies and Political Science from 2003 to 2009. In 2009, they also briefly attended Richmond, The American International University in London, focusing on Government & Political Policy.