Benjamin Scott Allen appeared in the New York Times, Dateline, The Today Show, Good Morning America, Dateline, and 20/20 due to the personal tragedy he lived through several years ago, namely losing his wife and children to terminal illnesses over a thirteen-year period. As a grief recovery specialist and author, he has supported many in the healing journey of grief. In his inspirational non-fiction book, Out of the Ashes: Healing in the After the loss, he tells his own story of triumph over tragedy. He has also published Healing in the After loss: A Personal Guide Through Grief and Seasons of Solace: Reflections on Grief to help others in their journey through grief. He has worked with grieving individuals and groups for decades and helps businesses succeed through workshops that teach employees how to deal with loss both personally and professionally.