Leslie Ferraro

Leslie Ferraro is an Adjunct Professor of Marketing at the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University, a position she joined in 2023. She brings decades of high-level industry experience from leadership roles in global entertainment, retail, and consumer products.

Her educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in economics from George Washington University, a master’s diploma in economics from the London School of Economics, and an MBA in Finance from NYU Stern School of Business.

Leslie's research and teaching interests center on marketing, consumer behavior, and the evolving landscape of entertainment and media industries. Her expertise stems from transformative leadership roles at The Walt Disney Company, QVC, and HSN, where she drove global brand strategies, consumer engagement, and digital innovation.

While no peer-reviewed articles are listed, her professional contributions reflect deep engagement with consumer behavior, curated retail experiences, and multimedia storytelling across platforms.

• Board Member, Edelman Financial Engines (2017–present)
• Former Board Member, Hong Kong Disneyland (2009–2015)
• Former Board Member, Save-A-Lot Food Stores, Smile Doctors, Global Eagle Entertainment
• Chair and Vice Chair, Board of Trustees, Marymount High School (2016–2019)

Leslie has been a speaker at major industry events including the Cannes Lions Festival, D23 Expo, and the Kellogg Marketing Leadership Summit. She advises private-equity-backed ventures and new enterprises, bridging academic insight with real-world business strategy. Her industry leadership includes advancing next-generation theme park experiences and launching major global entertainment-based retail and travel products.

She is affiliated with the Department of Marketing at NYU Stern, where she teaches Consumer Behavior and Entertainment & Media Industries, enriching the curriculum with her extensive executive experience.