Alan D. Benson
President & CEO
Alan D. Benson is a distinguished educator, strategic business consultant, and veteran leader dedicated to organizational excellence and leadership development. As the President and Principal Consultant of Benson Group LLC and the visionary leader of The Benson Institute, Alan bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world operational success.
Professional Profile
With a career spanning over three decades, Alan has cultivated a unique expertise in workforce training, organizational development, and STEM pedagogy. He currently serves as a lead educator in mathematics, physics, and engineering, where he specializes in creating high-impact, interactive learning environments for the next generation of technical leaders.
His leadership is defined by a commitment to Strategic Growth and Leadership Mastery, principles he applies both in the classroom and when consulting for diverse organizations seeking to optimize their human capital.
Academic & Military Foundation
Alan is a doctoral candidate at Indiana Wesleyan University, pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) with a focus on organizational effectiveness (expected 2027). His robust academic foundation includes:
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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Master of Public Administration (MPA)
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Bachelor of Science in Political Science
A proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Alan served with distinction during the Persian Gulf War. His military service remains a cornerstone of his leadership philosophy, instilling a deep sense of discipline, integrity, and mission-focus in all his professional endeavors.
Debbie Brewer-Benson, M.D., Ph.D.
Chief Wellness Officer
Dr. Debbie Brewer-Benson is a highly accomplished physician and psychologist with over three decades of experience spanning clinical medicine, behavioral health, and academic leadership. As the Chief Wellness Officer of The Benson Institute, Dr. Brewer-Benson integrates her extensive background in physical and mental health to lead the organization’s wellness initiatives and program evaluations.
Expert Clinical Foundation
Dr. Brewer-Benson is uniquely dually qualified, holding both a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from Meharry Medical College and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of South Carolina. Her clinical training includes an internship and residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation, making her an expert in health across the entire lifespan—from childhood through adulthood.
Leadership & Research Excellence
Throughout her career, Dr. Brewer-Benson has held significant leadership and academic roles, including:
- Medical Director: Provided clinical oversight and staff management at the Atlanta Medical Evaluation Center.
- Director of Research & Evaluation: Led data-driven assessment efforts for the Community Mental Health Center at Meharry Medical College.
- Academic Faculty: Served as a Senior Clinical Instructor at Case Western Reserve University and a Clinical Instructor at Meharry Medical College, where she shaped the curriculum for future medical professionals.
Specialization in Behavioral Science
With a doctoral focus on childhood depression and years of experience as a licensed Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Brewer-Benson brings a deep understanding of the behavioral factors that drive health and development. She has served as a consultant for high-impact community programs, including Head Start and the Vanderbilt University Child Development Center, emphasizing her commitment to pediatric and family welfare.
