Benjamin Wiles

Benjamin Wiles is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in intellectual property law. Currently serving as Senior Director and Managing Attorney at NextEra Energy, Inc., since April 2022, Benjamin previously held multiple roles in the legal sector, including Director of Legal at Carrier HVAC and Intellectual Property Attorney at Troutman Sanders LLP, where counseling on IP protection and litigation was a focus. At General Electric, Benjamin contributed to engineering projects as an intern, drafting assembly instructions and reporting on design flaws for commercial aircraft engines. Educational credentials include a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Wake Forest University and dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from the University of Florida.