Alison Taylor

Alison Taylor is a Clinical Associate Professor at New York University’s Leonard N. Stern School of Business, specializing in corporate responsibility, business ethics, and sustainability strategy. She joined NYU Stern in 2023 and holds degrees from Balliol College, Oxford (BA in Modern History), the University of Chicago (MA in International Relations), and Columbia University (MA in Organizational Psychology). Taylor’s research focuses on organizational ethics, anti-corruption, and stakeholder engagement, with expertise in strategy and political/social risk.

Her academic background includes work at non-profits like Business for Social Responsibility and Control Risks. Taylor advises organizations such as VentureESG, Pictet Group, KKR, and serves on the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on Good Governance. Her 2024 book *Higher Ground* explores ethical business practices in turbulent environments.

Her research interests span ethics, human rights, and corporate political engagement. Taylor frequently comments on DEI rollbacks, ESG authenticity, and the ethical dilemmas of corporate activism. She has been featured in *Forbes*, *Business Insider*, and *The Globe and Mail* for insights on topics like charitable workplace giving, CEO accountability, and the perils of corporate political alignment. Her work bridges academic rigor with real-world business challenges, emphasizing values-driven leadership.

Professional contributions include courses on Professional Responsibility, Sustainability Strategy, and Ethical Leadership. Taylor’s articles and interviews address modern corporate governance, stakeholder trust, and the intersection of business and societal issues. Her recent focus includes analyzing corporate responses to political polarization and the evolving role of DEI initiatives in post-Trump America.