Eric White

Eric White currently serves as the Head of Climate Adaptation at the World Economic Forum, where responsibilities include developing and implementing the Forum's climate adaptation agenda. White has previously held various leadership positions at the Forum, including Head of Tech for the SDGs and Head of IT Industry, focusing on collaboration within the tech industry to address the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Prior experience includes serving as Director of Economic Growth and Innovation at Integra LLC, where significant contributions were made toward sustainable international development, and as a Consultant for the World Bank, co-authoring a pivotal publication on rural development. White's early career includes military service as a Surface Warfare Officer in the US Navy. Educational credentials include a Master in Public Administration in International Development from Harvard University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Virginia.