Ben Harris

Ben Harris has a diverse range of work experience in the field of communications and public relations. Ben is currently serving as the Director of Communications and Public Relations at Knobbe Martens. Prior to their current role, they worked as a PR and Communications Professional for an undisclosed company.

From 2011 to 2022, Ben held various positions at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, including Director of Communications and Communications Manager. In these roles, they were responsible for overseeing global communications and public relations efforts for the law firm, managing media relations, developing talking points, coaching lawyers on media interviews, and overseeing social media content.

Prior to their time at Akin Gump, Ben worked as a Marketing Communications Manager at Venable LLP from 2007 to 2011. In this position, they oversaw client-facing communications, provided editorial direction, and developed social media strategies.

Ben also served as a Board member for the Legal Marketing Association from 2006 to 2010, where they contributed to the organization's strategic planning and initiatives.

Earlier in their career, Ben worked as a Marketing Manager at Lerch, Early & Brewer from 2004 to 2007, where they managed marketing communications, business development activities, event planning, media relations, and the redesign of the firm's website.

Ben began their career as a Marketing Manager at The Law Firm of Shihab & Associates, Co., LPA from 2001 to 2004, where they led client outreach efforts, managed communications, developed the firm's first client database, and participated in tradeshows and events.

Ben Harris has a wealth of experience in communications and public relations within the legal industry, with a strong focus on media relations, content creation, and strategic communications planning.

Ben Harris attended The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business from 1995 to 2000. Ben obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a specialization in Marketing.