Damon Silvers

Damon Silvers is a Visiting Professor at the UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose (IIPP) under The Bartlett Faculty of the Built Environment. He is on sabbatical from the AFL-CIO, where he serves as Director of Policy and Special Counsel, and is a Senior Fellow at the Roosevelt Institute. His affiliations include advisory roles at the SEC, PCAOB, CERES, and The Century Foundation.

• Education:
  • J.D., Harvard Law School
  • M.B.A., Harvard Business School (Baker Scholar)
  • B.A., Harvard College (Summa Cum Laude)
  • History studies, King's College, Cambridge University

His work focuses on labour markets, innovation policy, and financial regulation, informed by his extensive experience in economic policy and advocacy. He has played pivotal roles in pension recovery and corporate accountability, including restoring pensions for Cannon Mills retirees and securing severance for Enron and WorldCom workers.

Scientific Awards:

• Baker Scholar, Harvard Business School
• Summa Cum Laude, Harvard College

His advisory roles include the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Investor Advisory Committee, Public Company Accounting Oversight Board’s Investor Advisory Group, and leadership in Treasury Department committees. He led pro bono efforts to recover over $50 million in improperly paid executive compensation at ULLICO, Inc.