Teddy Benson

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DISC Type : ds

Director of Data Architecture & Platforms at Universal Destinations & Experiences

Kissimmee, Florida, United States

Overview

Teddy Benson is the Director of Data Architecture & Platforms at Universal Destinations & Experiences, leveraging a 30-year career in technology to bridge data, AI, and business outcomes. A Florida State University graduate and patent holder, he has held leadership roles at Disney and co-founded a company acquired by Google. People who have worked with him describe him as "visionary", "charismatic", and an "incredible technologist".

Outside of work, Teddy is deeply passionate about storytelling and game design, acting as a Game Master and content creator for tabletop role-playing games. His other interests include 3D printing, tinkering with new tech gadgets, and the strategy of Texas Holdem poker. He is also planning a family trip to Iceland to view a solar eclipse.

He once ran a Dungeons & Dragons adventure for friends inside Bran Castle, famously known as Draculas Castle, in Romania.

Personality Overview

Results Focused

Strategic Planner

Risk-Accepting

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.

Topics They Care About

Applied AI & Data
His career focuses on turning raw data into actionable strategies and real-world impact using AI, and he is a frequent speaker on the topic.
Personalized Experiences
A core part of his role involves using data and AI to craft immersive, personalized guest experiences on a massive scale for Universal.
Tabletop RPGs
He describes himself as being "deeply involved" in tabletop role-playing games, acting as both a Game Master and a content creator.

Media Appearances

Teddy has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2023
Director of Data Architecture & Platforms at Universal Destinations & Experiences
1-2021 - 5-2023
Senior Director of Field Engineering at BlueCat
9-2015 - 1-2021
Director for Disney's Decision Science and Integration at Walt Disney World
4-2018 - 4-2018
Speaker for SAS Global Forum 2018 at Walt Disney World
12-2017 - 12-2017
Speaker for the TDWI Leadership Conference 2017 at Walt Disney World

Education

1986 - 1990
BS from Florida State University
1987 - 1987
Education details unavailable from St. Petersburg College

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Insights For Selling To Teddy

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point

DONT's

  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Teddy is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Teddy

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Teddy move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Teddy take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Teddy

Personality Compatibility


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