Cornel Benford II

Cornel Benford II | Glenn Heights, TX

Cornel Benford II is from Quincy, Illinois. He has a bachelor of science in information systems from DePaul University. He lives with his wife, Jamie (Funn) Benford, and their three children in Glenn Heights, Texas.

Cornel is currently serving as a member of the Glenn Heights City Council. He was first elected in 2022 and is currently serving his first term.

Supports enhancing sports and recreation programs.

As of September 18, 2025, Cornel Benford II did not have a website or any information online.

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Cornel is currently serving as a council member for the City of Glenn Heights. He was first elected in 2022 and is currently serving his first term. 

Advocates for enhancing sports and recreation programs, believing vibrant community activities are fundamental to a city's well-being.

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Cornel is a solution architect at a leading biomedical device company. He previously worked in outside sales for Coca-Cola, 3M, and Pfizer Pharmaceuticals. Earlier in his career, he was a junior software engineer at BlueCross Blue Shield Association.

Cornel is currently a member of the Glenn Heights City Council, representing Place 6. He was elected in 2023 and is serving his first term. He also serves as Mayor Pro Tem.

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