Born and raised in S.W. Atlanta, William Benson began giving back to his community at a young age serving food to the homeless at his church and at SafeHouse. Although he attended The Westminster Schools from 8th grade to graduation, prior, Will was a student in the Atlanta Public School system where he observed the effects of socioeconomic differences. After graduating and being selected in the first round by the Cleveland Guardians (then Indians) in 2016, Will formed Future Is Near,Inc.
Ramona Benson is a staunch believer in the adage,”it takes a village”. As needs arise, she daily swaps hats as an advocate, teacher, or consultant for youth, elderly, and those struggling. A graduate of Purdue University (BA) and Keller Graduate School of Management (MBA), over her 35 year career working in upper management for private sector companies, Ramona earned the nickname “Ms.Bottomline” for her ability to quickly access the bigger picture and see beyond obstacles to viable solutions.
Eric Borders is a tech leader and management consultant helping clients modernize systems and tech capabilities to drive operational efficiency and meet performance objectives. He has worked across industries including telecom, pharmaceuticals, transportation, and the public sector at the federal, state, and local level. A native Atlantan, Eric is also a graduate of The Westminster Schools, the University of Georgia (BBA), and has served on multiple boards aligned with his personal passions.
Nigel Butler was born in Burlington, New Jersey and raised in Atlanta, Ga, which he will always call home. By day, Nigel navigates the world as a banking consultant, while by night he passionately bridges connections within the Atlanta community. Witnessing firsthand how sports empower individuals and foster opportunities both on and off the field, Nigel has a deep passion and commitment to community enrichment.
Bobby Kannady, a proud native of Decatur, GA, reflects on his roots in Gresham Park. He is a graduate and former student-athlete of Morehouse College, majoring in finance. Presently, he is a registered representative at Invesco, while concurrently pursuing an MBA in strategy and innovation at Georgia Tech. Bobby’s life experiences, combined with his passion for youth development, holistic wellness, and community, inspire his commitment to contributing to the mission and vision of Future Is Near.
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