Meet Ben Hudnall

Ben Hudnall: dedicated labor and education champion

For 20 years, Ben Hudnall was a prominent figure in the Kaiser Permanente labor-management partnership, serving as the Business Manager for the Engineers and Scientists of California, IFPTE Local 20 in Oakland, California. As a tireless advocate for organized labor and employee education, particularly within the healthcare sector, Ben Hudnall’s legacy continues today through the Ben Hudnall Memorial Trust. 

Key contributions

• Served as a trusted advisor and leader in the Kaiser Permanente Labor Management Partnership since its founding in 1996
• Spearheaded the 2005 KP HealthConnect Effects Bargaining Agreement assuring thousands of Partnership-represented employees could choose KP retraining if the initiative resulted in job loss
• Appointed Business Manager for Engineers and Scientists of California, IFPTE Local 20. 
• Advocate for Education and Career Advancement: Supported education and career development for Kaiser Permanente employees, making sure they had opportunities for training and advancement. 

A trusted legacy

Ben Hudnall passed away on June 12, 2006 after waging a courageous battle with cancer. Today, Ben’s work and dedication are remembered through the Ben Hudnall Memorial Trust which continues to offer a range of programs and services to support employee development and advancement. The Trust, established in 2007, provides education and career development resources to employees within Kaiser Permanente. The Trust’s mission is to support lifelong learning and career development for Kaiser Permanente employees, reflecting Ben Hudnall’s dedication to these principles.

Celebrating Ben Hudnall