Ben Biery
Career Coach
124 Ramsey Library
Phone: 828.251.6648
Email: bbiery@unca.edu
I was fortunate to grow up surrounded by the natural beauty of Lake Norman, NC, which sparked a lifelong love of nature and the outdoors. This led me to earn a Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Wildlife Conservation Biology from North Carolina State University and pursue a decade-long conservation career in Southwest Florida. In 2023, North Carolina called me back, and I’m excited to be part of Asheville’s vibrant community, enjoying the mountain landscapes and changing seasons.
My career has taken many paths—from hospitality to nonprofit work to small business ownership—but I’ve found my true passion in helping others find direction and opportunities for growth in their careers. I look forward to supporting students as they define and achieve their goals.
Outside of work, you can find me hiking the Blue Ridge Parkway with my partner, playing Dungeons & Dragons, trying (and often failing) at fly fishing, or hanging out with my dog, Kevin. I’m thrilled to join the UNCA team—Go Bulldogs!
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