
Benjamin Cohen
Founder & CEO at Proton.ai, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Joined August 2025
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Benjamin Cohen is a visionary entrepreneur who leveraged his family background in the distribution industry and his education in Applied Mathematics and Data Science from Harvard to found Proton.ai. His startup is revolutionizing B2B wholesaling by applying AI-powered CRM tools, typically found in e-commerce, to help distributors increase sales efficiency and customer engagement. forbes+2
As CEO of Proton.ai, Cohen demonstrates strong leadership and innovation in enterprise technology. He has successfully built a 35-person team, secured $24 million in funding, and earned a spot on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for Enterprise Technology in 2024. His work focuses on bridging the gap between advanced AI capabilities and the practical needs of human sales representatives. forbes+2
Cohen's academic background at Harvard, where he studied Applied Mathematics and Data Science, provided a strong foundation for his entrepreneurial endeavors. His participation in the Harvard Heavyweight Rowing team also suggests discipline and teamwork, qualities beneficial for building and leading a successful startup. forbes+1
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Participated in Men's Heavyweight Rowing during his time at Harvard University. gocrimson
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