Ricardo Benn

Ricardo Benn is the Deputy Secretary at the Maryland Department of Commerce where he leads the Offices of International Investment and Trade, Strategic Industries, Federal and Military Affairs and Talent and Workforce in improving the business climate for the State of Maryland. Ricardo previously led the Advisory Services practice at Capgemini Government Solutions, where he has successfully guided strategic initiatives for National Security, Federal Civilian, and Commercial clients. He is a seasoned executive working with leading organizations in the U.S., Europe, Middle East and Asia, and has extensive experience driving organizational transformation, strategy execution, and technology adoption across public and private sectors. As a business leader at top global consulting firms, he managed multi-million dollar practices, secured strategic contracts and helped clients deliver upon exceptional growth targets. His ability to think outside the box and communicate effectively has made him a trusted advisor across diverse industries.