Salzburg Global Seminar
Benjamin Glahn has extensive work experience in various roles within the Salzburg Global Seminar organization. Benjamin started in 2000 as a Program Associate at Salzburg Seminar before moving on to become the Deputy Chief Program Officer and Program Director in 2006. In this position, they worked on developing international policy programs and managing staff across multiple offices. In 2013, Glahn joined the Aga Khan Foundation United Kingdom as a Senior Programme Officer, where they were responsible for resource mobilization, program development, and engagement with key donors. Benjamin returned to Salzburg Global Seminar in 2015 as the European Development Director, responsible for partnership development, resource mobilization, and long-range planning. Currently, they serve as the Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at Salzburg Global Seminar, overseeing resource mobilization, business operations, and human resources.
Benjamin Glahn obtained their Bachelor's degree from Middlebury College between 1995 and 1999. Following this, they pursued a Master's degree at the University of Washington from 2004 to 2006. However, the field of study for both degrees is not provided.
Salzburg Global Seminar
Salzburg Global Seminar is an independent non-profit organization founded in 1947 to challenge current and future leaders to shape a better world. Our multi-year programs aim to bridge divides, transform systems and expand collaboration. Salzburg Global convenes outstanding talent across generations, cultures and sectors to inspire new thinking and action, and to connect local innovators with global resources. We foster lasting networks and partnerships for creative, just and sustainable change. Over 36,000 Fellows from more than 170 countries have come together through our work with many rising to senior leadership positions. Our historic home at Schloss Leopoldskron in Salzburg, Austria – now also an award-winning hotel – allows us to welcome all participants in conditions of trust and openness.