Ben Leiner
Adjunct Lecturer
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Education: B.A., Emory University; MBA, University of Virginia, Darden School of Business
Ben Leiner is an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business, where he teaches courses at the intersection of business ethics, technology, media, and democracy. His teaching explores the nuanced and evolving relationship between technology and society, with a particular focus on how technological advancements impact democracy, civic engagement, and individual well-being. His insights also have been published in Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, The Associated Press, and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Off Darden grounds, Ben is a Director at the Wall Street Journal Leadership Institute where he helps build programming, content, and curriculum to ensure c-suite executives stay ahead of the most pressing business challenges.
Passionate about the crossroads of innovation and public good, Ben draws from his professional experiences and academic background to inspire conversations around responsible tech development, policy, and leadership.