Scott Galloway

Scott Galloway is an American author, speaker, and professor of marketing at the NYU Stern School of Business. He is also the founder of business intelligence firm L2 and the author of several books on business and technology, including The Four: The Hidden DNA of Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google, The Algebra of Happiness, and The Touchpoint Solution.

Galloway was born in Westwood, California and grew up in Fresno, California. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Stanford University in 1992 and did his MBA at both Stanford Graduate School of Business and Harvard Business School. After graduating, Galloway founded his first business, Red Envelope, an online retailer.

In 2001, Galloway founded L2, a business intelligence firm, which analyzes brands and their digital activities. He is a regular panelist on CNBC’s Squawk Box and a frequent keynote speaker at events around the world. In 2012, Galloway began teaching at NYU Stern’s MBA program. In both 2018 and 2019, he was named one of “The World’s 50 Best Business School Professors” by Poets&Quants.

Galloway’s books have been bestsellers and have been featured by outlets such as Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, New York Magazine, and NPR. The Four: The Hidden DNA of Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google, published in 2017, takes a deep dive into the success of four tech giants. His other books, The Algebra of Happiness and The Touchpoint Solution explore the power of happiness and how technology can reshape our lives, respectively.

Galloway’s books are known for their vivid storytelling, which weaves in personal anecdotes, case studies, and memorable stories. His books often offer a refreshing perspective and challenge popular beliefs. He is unafraid to share controversial opinions and is an avid critic of companies such as Google and Facebook.

In addition to writing and speaking, Galloway is a vocal philanthropist. He has created two funds in his name, supporting both education and health initiatives. He is a supporter of the Communities Foundation of Texas and has donated significant amounts to medical research and educational programs.

Whether it be through books, appearances, or his philanthropy, there’s no denying the positive impact Scott Galloway has had on society. His sharp wit and vivid storytelling keep readers engaged, and his books are essential reading for everyone looking for knowledge about the world’s biggest tech companies. He has reinvigorated the business intelligence arena and is one of the most influential voices in the business industry.