Ben Draffin

Person
Performer
Writer

San Francisco Based

I care about and appreciate the local culture and community of the Bay.

Technical and Creative

I write poetry and design systems. I'll talk to you about writing, lighting, encryption, or meditation

Online or Offline

I'll see you in person, or you can message on Signal

Guides

Practical guides for DIY projects, event production, and creative endeavors

Decentered Arts

San Francisco based non-profit supporting arts and community

I help lead Decentered Arts and serve on the board of this San Francisco based non-profit organization. Decentered Arts works to support and foster arts and community engagement in the Bay Area.

Professional Background

Information security expert, community leader, and creative practitioner

Community Leadership & Arts

I'm passionate about building stronger communities through the arts and supporting creative expression. This commitment to fostering connections and cultural engagement shapes how I approach leadership and collaboration.

I serve as Chairperson of the Board at Decentered Arts, a San Francisco-based non-profit that supports arts and community engagement in the Bay Area.

Information Security & Education

I specialize in information security with a focus on practical applications, secure system design, and helping organizations build robust security practices. I'm committed to supporting the next generation of cybersecurity professionals through education and mentorship.

I lead the Security, Compliance and IT organization at Decagon, where I'm responsible for building and maintaining secure systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing IT infrastructure. I also serve on the Alumni Leadership Council for Carnegie Mellon University's Information Networking Institute, contributing to the advancement of information security education.

Creative Problem-Solving

I believe in combining technical expertise with creative approaches to solve complex problems. Whether it's designing secure systems, writing poetry, or building community infrastructure, I bring an interdisciplinary perspective that bridges technical and creative domains.

My work spans from information security consulting to event lighting design, from poetry to technical guides—all informed by a creative, systems-thinking approach.

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