Jeffrey F Rayport
About Jeffrey F Rayport
Jeffrey F. Rayport is a distinguished academic and business leader, currently serving as Director at multiple organizations and as a Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School. He holds a Ph.D. in History of American Civilization from Harvard University and has made significant contributions to the fields of digital strategy and marketing.
Current Roles at Resident
Jeffrey F Rayport serves as a Director at Resident since 2019. His role involves overseeing strategic initiatives and contributing to the company's growth in the New York City Metropolitan Area. His extensive experience in various sectors supports Resident's objectives.
Education and Expertise
Jeffrey F Rayport holds a Ph.D. in History of American Civilization from Harvard University, where he studied from 1986 to 1990. He also earned an M.Phil. in International Relations from the University of Cambridge between 1982 and 1984. Additionally, he completed an A.B. in History & Literature and an A.M. in English and American Literature at Harvard University. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both historical and contemporary analysis.
Professional Background
Rayport has held various leadership positions across multiple organizations. He has been a Director at IDG since 2002 and at MediaMath since 2014. He also serves as a Director at Linkwell Health and Hanley Wood. His role as a Trustee and Chair of the Governance Committee at Peabody Essex Museum since 2007 highlights his commitment to governance and organizational oversight.
Achievements in Academia
At Harvard Business School, Jeffrey F Rayport developed and delivered the first graduate-level e-commerce course in the nation, enrolling nearly 2,000 MBA students. He authored nearly a hundred case studies while building the e-commerce curriculum and was recognized as the Outstanding Professor for three consecutive years by the HBS Students Association.
Key Contributions to Marketing
Rayport is known for coining the term 'viral marketing' during his tenure at Harvard Business School. He has also co-founded Monitor Executive Development, which is now part of Deloitte Consulting, and has served as a director and advisor to numerous public and private companies, enhancing their strategic marketing efforts.