Ben Vershbow

Ben Vershbow is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in digital strategy and community engagement within the cultural sector. As the Director of Community Programs at the Wikimedia Foundation since August 2017, Ben leads a team focused on enhancing global Wikimedia efforts through tools, resources, and partnerships, overseeing three key program areas: GLAM-WIKI, The Wikipedia Library, and The Wikipedia Education Program. Prior to this role, Ben served as an Independent Consultant and the Director of NYPL Labs at The New York Public Library from 2008 to 2016, where Ben drove innovation in digital archival engagement and audience interaction. Earlier experiences include a position as Editorial Director at the Institute for the Future of the Book and a bachelor's degree in Theater Studies from Yale University.