Elliot Stoller

Elliot Stoller is an assistant professor of leadership and governance at the School of Government. In the role, he serves municipal, county, and state officials in areas of leadership, management, and governance. Stoller’s academic research uses organizational behavior to study executive branch governance and public sector learning processes. His applied work focuses on gauging and improving respect and trust between public officials.

Stoller is the faculty lead for Advanced Leadership Corps and Essentials of Municipal Government. Stoller joined the School’s faculty in December 2023.

Previously, Stoller has worked in state government as an assistant project manager for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) as well as in legislative and constituent affairs for an Illinois state senator. He also has experience as a substitute teacher and as the co-founder and co-president of AMENDS.

Stoller earned a bachelor’s degree from Stanford University, a master’s degree in sociology from Harv