Ben W. Heineman Jr.

About the Author

Ben W. Heineman Jr. is a distinguished legal scholar, corporate governance expert, and former General Counsel of General Electric, where he shaped policies on ethics, compliance, and leadership during a transformative era for the multinational corporation. With a career spanning academia, high-stakes corporate law, and public service, Heineman has advised Fortune 500 companies and government bodies on navigating complex regulatory landscapes while upholding principled decision-making. His insights draw from decades of frontline experience, emphasizing the balance between ambitious growth and unwavering integrity. In his acclaimed book, High Performance with High Integrity (Memo to the CEO), Heineman offers pragmatic guidance for executives seeking to build resilient organizations that thrive ethically in competitive markets. A graduate of Harvard Law School, he continues to influence boardrooms and classrooms through writing, speaking, and teaching.