About me
Ronald Ben is a dedicated STEM educator and leader with a passion for preparing students for college, career, and military readiness in STEM fields. With a rich background spanning over a decade, Ronald currently serves as the Program Buildout Specialist for IT and Engineering Pathways in Houston ISD's Career Technical Education Department. In this role, he oversees the development and enhancement of STEM programs across multiple campuses, impacting over 100 teachers and thousands of students.
Ronald's career highlights include managing multi-million-dollar grants, coordinating professional development for hundreds of educators, and fostering innovative partnerships with organizations like NASA, LEGO Education, and Adobe. His expertise lies in STEM program development, curriculum design, and integrating cutting-edge technology into education.
An advocate for lifelong learning, Ronald is pursuing an MBA in IT Management from Western Governors University and holds a BA in Communication from Texas Southern University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. His certifications include Google Certified Educator, Adobe Creative Educator, and Boeing Space Academy alumnus.
As a speaker at the STEAM Summit, Ronald brings a wealth of knowledge and a commitment to inspiring educators and students to explore the limitless possibilities of STEM education.