Ben WilliamsCo Founder

United States - New York, New York

Ben Williams is an award-winning creative leader with 25 years of experience in design and innovation.

Currently, as Global Chief Creative Experience Officer at TBWA\Worldwide, Ben collaborates and works closely with the global creative collective.

In his career, Ben has led global teams of strategists, designers, and writers to deliver world-class experience strategy, concept development, and creative execution for some of the world's most recognizable brands. Through his work, Ben continually hones processes and ways of working conducive to innovative work that resonates in culture, redefines categories and sets new standards.

In addition to being recognized at award shows including Cannes, D&AD, The Clios, The One Show and The Webbys, Ben has been featured in a number global publications, judged a variety of award shows and spoken on stage at some of the most well-known industry events include Cannes, SXSW and Advertising Week in New York.

Prior to joining TBWA, Ben spent a decade at R/GA and a number of years as a creative lead at both Publicis and AKQA. During his tenure at R/GA, Ben has partnered with a wide range of clients including Nike, Jordan Brand, Oprah's Book Club, Verizon, Converse, Equinox, and Samsung.

Before moving to the US from Australia, Ben partnered with agencies large and small before founding his own design studio that represented brands such as Ford, Yellow Pages, Toyota, Kraft, Subaru, Quiksilver, and Sneaker Freaker magazine. In what now feels like a previous life, Ben spent 10 years leading the design and execution of various digital experiences for the biggest touring music festival in the world — Big Day Out.