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Ryan Wright is the Rolls-Royce Commonwealth Professor and Associate Dean for Strategic Initiatives at the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce. He leads strategic initiatives in artificial intelligence research and academics, oversees six Centers of Excellence, and serves on the University’s Provost AI Council. Previously, he held administrative roles as Senior Associate Dean of Faculty and Research and Area Coordinator for IT & Innovation.
- Ph.D., Information Systems, Washington State University
- M.B.A., Strategy, University of Montana
- B.S., Information Systems, University of Montana
Wright’s research investigates how emerging technologies like AI and cybersecurity influence organizational behavior, decision-making, and societal outcomes. His work spans digital product management, security governance, and ethical implications of technology, with over 80 peer-reviewed publications in journals such as MIS Quarterly, Information Systems Research, and Journal of Management Information Systems.
Recent publications highlight phishing susceptibility, security gamification, and collaborative cybersecurity frameworks. His research emphasizes behavioral interventions, contextual risk factors, and organizational strategies for mitigating digital threats. He also explores trust-building mechanisms in digital society.
Wright has secured over $3.5 million in research funding from institutions like the National Science Foundation and the Commonwealth of Virginia. His work has earned awards for excellence in research, teaching, and service at institutional and disciplinary levels.
As a frequent keynote speaker, he addresses intersections of AI, innovation, and society at international conferences. His insights have been featured in Harvard Business Review, The Washington Post, Forbes, and Fast Company.
