Claire Preisser

Claire Preisser is an Advisor at The Aspen Institute's Business & Society Program, where she focuses on the intersection of business education, management practices, and societal impact.13 With over 20 years of experience, Preisser specializes in designing dialogues and programs that explore how modern management ideas and practices can contribute to human flourishing.3

Professional Background

Preisser has been with The Aspen Institute for a significant portion of her career. She joined the organization in September 2000 as a Program Manager for the Initiative for Social Innovation through Business (Aspen ISIB).5 Over the years, she has taken on various roles within the institute, including:

• Senior Program Manager at the Business and Society Program4
• Advisor to the Business and Society Program13

In her current role, Preisser is involved in several key initiatives:

1. Ideas Worth Teaching Awards: She oversees this program, which recognizes innovative business courses that address societal challenges and redefine business education.1

2. Dialogue Facilitation: Preisser designs and facilitates dialogues on topics such as curbing short-termism in business and exploring the purpose of corporations.1

3. Thought Leadership: She contributes to discussions on aligning business decisions with long-term societal and environmental health.1

Expertise and Focus Areas

Preisser's work centers on several critical areas:

• Business Education Innovation: She advocates for business courses that equip future managers with skills to navigate complex business environments and societal issues.1

• Corporate Governance: Preisser contributes to initiatives like the "Agenda for the Prepared Board," which offers guidance to corporate directors on addressing social and environmental concerns.2

• Sustainability and Social Responsibility: Her work often touches on how businesses can contribute to better human outcomes and long-term value creation.1

Claire Preisser is based in Boston, MA, and her LinkedIn profile can be found under the username claire-preisser-00a7095.36 Her role at The Aspen Institute involves collaborating with business executives, scholars, and thought leaders to challenge conventional ideas about capitalism and markets, and to connect classroom theory with business practice.1