Brian Whitacre

Brian Whitacre is Professor and Jean & Patsy Neustadt Chair in the department of Agricultural Economics at Oklahoma State University. He received his Ph.D. from Virginia Tech. Brian’s main area of interest is rural economic development, with a focus on the role that technology can play. He has published over 75 peer-reviewed journal articles, with most exploring the relationship between internet access and rural development. He has developed innovative outreach programs that help small towns benefit from the internet. Brian has won regional and national awards for his research, teaching, and extension programs. Dr. Whitacre also serves as the chair of Oklahoma’s Broadband Expansion Council.