Brett Prescott

Biography

Brett Prescott is a Professor of Marketing and Management and Organizations at New York University Stern School of Business. As a professor, he brings a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise to the classroom. With over two decades of marketing and management experience, including extensive international business experience in technology innovation, digital marketing and advertising, Brett guides students as they navigate the rapidly changing business landscape.

In his role at Meta, Brett leads augmented reality product partnerships in the Reality Labs division. Prior to joining Reality Labs, Brett played a critical role in building the global ads business at Facebook, now Meta. Over his 11 years at Meta, he has consulted Fortune 100 CEOs, CMOs, and CTOs on their digital transformation agendas, helping businesses thrive in a mobile-first world.

Brett teaches students from the Full-time MBA, Langone Part-time MBA, and Executive MBA programs. In his courses at NYU Stern, Brett provides students with the latest strategies and innovations in technology, management, consulting, marketing and advertising, drawing on his experience in and out of the boardroom. Through meaningful discussions, case studies and research projects, students gain a deeper understanding of the evolving leadership challenges faced by today’s business leaders.

Brett has been a proud member of the NYU Stern faculty since 2015 and is committed to delivering a high-quality education and mentorship. He is eager to help students accelerate their understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing today’s business world.

Moreover, he has also made significant contributions to philanthropic organizations, including Save the Children Foundation, United Nations Foundation, University of the People, LeanIn.org and UN Women.

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