Building With Purpose
Across entrepreneurship, investing and technology, Ben has focused on building ideas that solve real problems and create meaningful impact.
Building Towers Design
Ben began freelancing at just 11 years old, teaching himself how to build websites and taking on paid projects around school. What started as small jobs quickly grew through word of mouth, and by 13 he realised he was no longer simply freelancing - he was running a business. That led to the formal launch of Towers Design.
Initially focused on web design and development, Towers Design evolved into a broader digital agency as demand grew. Ben built and managed a remote team while remaining in full-time education, eventually working on campaigns for major brands including Amazon Echo, Pot Noodle and NHS Give Blood.
Ben’s success with Towers Design quickly opened opportunities beyond the agency itself. While still in his teens, he became a regular presence on television and at conferences around the world, sharing his experience of building a company while still in education. The income generated through the business and speaking engagements enabled Ben to begin investing in disruptive early-stage companies, building a portfolio alongside his own ventures. During this period, he also became the first person in the UK to secure a business bank account while under the age of 18, following his efforts to challenge existing banking restrictions.
In April 2017, Ben completed a multi-million-pound merger between Towers Design and Zest The Agency, creating one of the largest marketing agencies in Kent. Just months later, he exited the business, marking the end of a journey that had started with a £50 website at the age of 11. The exit gave Ben the opportunity to focus more heavily on investing, advising and technology, laying the foundations for the next stage of his career.
From Founder
To Advisor
Following his exit, Ben moved into a new chapter of advisory work, supporting both the UK and New Zealand governments on initiatives spanning youth entrepreneurship and technology.
He has also worked with major global organisations including GSK, advising on innovation and emerging technology, and helping businesses understand how to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
An AI Leader
Today, Ben’s work increasingly focuses on the future of AI, advising on how the technology is evolving, the opportunities it creates, and how organisations and governments can prepare for the changes ahead.
He advises the UK Government, technology investors, and major corporates on AI, helping them understand where the technology is heading, identify emerging opportunities, and make informed decisions in a rapidly changing landscape.
His work sits at the intersection of technology, business and policy, with a focus on turning the rapid advances in AI into practical strategies for the organisations shaping what comes next.
Building The Future Of Work
Today, Ben is the founder of Happl, an AI-powered employee benefits platform serving organisations across Europe and the United States. The platform helps employers deliver personalised employee benefits at scale while reducing administrative complexity through automation and AI.
Although the businesses have changed, the approach remains the same: identify problems worth solving, embrace new technology, and keep building.
The Story Is Still
Being Written
Whether you're building a company, looking for advice, exploring speaking opportunities, or simply want to connect, I'd love to hear from you.
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