Buddy Benge is the Head of Human Capital Insights at Edward Jones. In this role, he leads a team dedicated to maximizing the value of HR technology and data, turning those insights into unique competitive advantages for the firm. His work spans a wide range of initiatives, including the Colleague Experience Survey, assessments, and people analytics. Buddy is an active member of the Men’s Leadership Society for the United Way and the Champion’s Club for the Marfan Foundation. In 2014, Buddy was diagnosed with Marfan’s, a rare genetic condition, and is passionate about bringing awareness and knowledge of the condition. He holds a master’s degree in industrial and labor relations from Cornell University and a bachelor’s degree in history from Millsaps College.