Benny J. Tillman (Balabhadra Bhattacarya Dasa) is the current President of the Vedic Friends Association (VFA) and the first African American to serve in this role. A direct disciple of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, Founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), he has dedicated his life to sharing the wisdom of Sanatana Dharma.

Benny served as President of the Atlanta ISKCON temple for 18 years and currently serves as Chairman of the Board and Regional Director of ISKCON Suwanee in North Atlanta. As a speaker, he brings powerful insights from the Bhagavad Gita and emphasizes the benefits of living according to Sanatana Dharma culture.

In addition to his leadership and teaching, Benny is also a gifted musician, weaving his artistic talents into his lifelong service.

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