Jill Avery
About Jill Avery
Jill Avery is a Marketing Professor at Harvard Business School, where she has taught since 2013. She has extensive experience in marketing and corporate governance, having held various roles in academia and industry, including positions at AT&T, Boston Beer Company, and The Gillette Company.
Work at Harvard Business School
Jill Avery has served as a Marketing Professor at Harvard Business School since 2013. In this role, she teaches two MBA courses: Marketing and Creating Brand Value. She is recognized as a popular instructor in the Executive Education programs, where she leads sessions on marketing and strategy for global executives. Avery is also known for her commitment to mentoring MBA students and junior faculty, providing guidance and support in their academic and professional pursuits.
Education and Expertise
Avery holds an MBA in Marketing and Finance from The Wharton School, where she studied from 1991 to 1993. She furthered her education at Harvard Business School, earning a Doctor of Business Administration from 2002 to 2007, focusing on marketing. Additionally, she has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Pennsylvania, completed from 1985 to 1989. Her academic background supports her expertise in marketing, brand development, and corporate governance.
Professional Background
Avery has a diverse professional background that includes roles in both academia and industry. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Adjunct Professor of Marketing at Northeastern University and as a Marketing Lecturer at Boston University School of Management. Her industry experience includes positions at AT&T, Boston Beer Company, and The Gillette Company, where she held various marketing and product management roles. She is currently the Director at Kopin Corporation and serves as Lead Director and Former Chair of the Audit Committee at Amica Insurance.
Achievements and Contributions
Avery has authored over 100 journal articles, book chapters, teaching cases, and technical notes, recognized for their academic rigor and real-world relevance. Her field research and teaching cases have sold over 1 million copies and are widely taught globally. She is also an Independent Director and member of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee at Kopin Corporation. Additionally, she has held leadership roles at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, serving as President Emerita and Trustee.
Advocacy and Mentorship
Avery is an active ally and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at Harvard Business School. She is known for her empowering mentorship of MBA students and junior faculty, fostering an inclusive academic environment. Her dedication to these initiatives reflects her commitment to enhancing the educational experience and promoting diverse perspectives within the academic community.