Ben Johnson, Angel Investor

Ben Johnson is a technologist, entrepreneur, and mentor with a career spanning national security, cybersecurity, and venture building. He co‑founded Carbon Black and Obsidian Security, two leading cybersecurity companies, and has served in mission‑critical roles at the NSA, CIA, and DoD. Ben also lectures on entrepreneurship in technology at the University of Chicago and contributes to nonprofits focused on cybersecurity and youth development. Earlier in his career, Ben advised the U.S. FISA Court and Department of Justice on technical matters, bringing national security expertise into the commercial sector. He has also taken on board director roles at Rapta.ai and NVISIONx, while expanding his portfolio into sports ownership with investments in Leeds United and a Serie A club. His work reflects a blend of technical leadership, strategic vision, and community engagement. As an angel investor, Ben has backed ventures in cybersecurity and enterprise technology. His recent investments include Rapta (AI‑driven security) and Cerby (access management), reflecting his interest in startups that strengthen organizational resilience and security infrastructure.