Ben is a Director with Heritage Wealth Advisors. He joins Heritage after a successful career with Quarles Petroleum, Inc. in Fredericksburg, Virginia where he served as both CEO and President for over 25 years. Ben brings experience with family business and wealth management issues. He graduated from the University of Virginia earning a Bachelor of Science in Commerce. He also earned a Master of Science degree in Finance from Virginia Commonwealth University. Ben has passed the CFP® certification exam. Ben currently serves on the boards of Peoples Community Bank and The George Washington Foundation where he is also Treasurer. His past affiliations include the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce and other non-profits in the Fredericksburg area. Ben lives in Fredericksburg with his wife of 40+ years, Kitty Lee. He has three children and one grandchild.