Eric J Gertler

Eric J. Gertler is an Executive Vice President and Managing Director for the Center for Economic Transformation. Prior to his role at NYCEDC, Eric served in leadership roles at a number of technology companies including Altruik, PrimeAxis Media, and Privista. Prior to these initiatives, Eric worked in the magazine and newspaper industries where he last served as the president of U.S. News & World Report, Fast Company, and The Atlantic Monthly. He is also the author of the Random House book Prying Eyes: Protect Your Privacy From People Who Sell To You, Snoop on You, or Steal From You. He is a graduate of Brown University and obtained his J.D. from American University, where he served as editor-in-chief of the Law Review.