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Scott Galloway

Scott Galloway is an American professor, entrepreneur, author, and podcast host.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Scott Galloway is an American professor, entrepreneur, author, and podcast host. He is a clinical professor of marketing at New York University’s Stern School of Business and is known for his commentary on business, technology, media, and society. His work is widely followed by Canadian readers interested in business and technology analysis.

Early life and education

Scott Galloway was born in 1964 and grew up in Los Angeles. He earned a BA from UCLA and an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley.

Academic career

Galloway has been a professor at NYU Stern since 2002, where he teaches brand strategy and digital marketing. He has been recognised as one of the world’s best business school professors by Poets & Quants.

Business ventures

Galloway has founded or co-founded several companies across brand strategy, e-commerce, digital intelligence, investment, and online education. His ventures include Prophet, Red Envelope, L2, Firebrand Partners, and Section4.

Writing and media

Galloway is a bestselling author and a prominent media commentator. His books include The Four, The Algebra of Happiness, Post Corona, and Adrift. He co-hosts the podcast Pivot with Kara Swisher and hosts The Prof G Show. His work often focuses on major technology companies and the business impacts of digital platforms.

Key facts

  • Scott Galloway teaches brand strategy and digital marketing at NYU Stern School of Business.
  • He founded several companies, including Prophet, Red Envelope, L2, Firebrand Partners, and Section4.
  • He is the author of several books, including The Four, The Algebra of Happiness, Post Corona, and Adrift.
  • He co-hosts the podcast Pivot with Kara Swisher and hosts The Prof G Show.
  • His work often focuses on major technology companies and the business impacts of digital platforms.
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Canadian context

Scott Galloway is widely followed by Canadian readers interested in business, technology, and media analysis, and his commentary on global technology platforms is relevant to Canadian markets and consumers.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Scott Galloway?
Scott Galloway is an American professor, entrepreneur, author, and podcast host known for his work in business education and technology commentary.
What does Scott Galloway teach?
He teaches brand strategy and digital marketing at NYU Stern School of Business.
What companies has Scott Galloway founded?
He has founded or co-founded several firms, including Prophet, Red Envelope, L2, Firebrand Partners, and Section4.
What books has Scott Galloway written?
His books include The Four, The Algebra of Happiness, Post Corona, and Adrift.
What podcasts is Scott Galloway associated with?
He co-hosts Pivot with Kara Swisher and hosts The Prof G Show.

References

  1. NYU Stern School of Businesshttps://www.stern.nyu.edu/faculty/bio/scott-galloway
    Supports: Current title, teaching role, education, founded companies, boards, and professional background.
  2. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scott_Galloway_(professor)
    Supports: Birth date, occupations, and overview of career.
  3. Penguin Random Househttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2143265/scott-galloway/
    Supports: Books, podcast work, and Section4 reference.
  4. Forbeshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/brucerogers/2016/04/06/professor-turned-entrepreneur-founds-l2-to-benchmark-companies-digital-iq/
    Supports: L2 founding and digital intelligence focus.