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Beth Egan

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Beth Egan is a prominent academic voice in advertising technology and media strategy, known for her work at Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications where she teaches and researches the intersection of advertising, technology, and media. Her scholarship focuses on digital advertising ecosystems, programmatic media, and the evolving relationship between advertisers, agencies, and technology platforms, making her a respected bridge between academic theory and industry practice. Egan has built a reputation for translating complex AdTech concepts into accessible frameworks for the next generation of advertising professionals. Her courses and research touch on media planning, programmatic advertising, data-driven marketing, and the structural dynamics of the modern advertising supply chain. She has been involved in curriculum development that keeps pace with the rapidly evolving AdTech landscape. Beyond the classroom, Egan contributes to industry discourse through publications, conference participation, and commentary on issues such as media transparency, agency relationships, and the impact of technology on advertising business models. Her position at Newhouse, one of the most respected communications schools in the United States, amplifies her influence on how future advertising practitioners understand and engage with technology-driven media environments.

Last updated Jun 24, 2026 by ATDb automated enrichment

Role
Associate Professor of Advertising
Company
Syracuse University, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
Based
Syracuse, New York, United States
Years in industry
20 years

Bio

Beth Egan is a prominent academic voice in advertising technology and media strategy, known for her work at Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications where she teaches and researches the intersection of advertising, technology, and media. Her scholarship focuses on digital advertising ecosystems, programmatic media, and the evolving relationship between advertisers, agencies, and technology platforms, making her a respected bridge between academic theory and industry practice. Egan has built a reputation for translating complex AdTech concepts into accessible frameworks for the next generation of advertising professionals. Her courses and research touch on media planning, programmatic advertising, data-driven marketing, and the structural dynamics of the modern advertising supply chain. She has been involved in curriculum development that keeps pace with the rapidly evolving AdTech landscape. Beyond the classroom, Egan contributes to industry discourse through publications, conference participation, and commentary on issues such as media transparency, agency relationships, and the impact of technology on advertising business models. Her position at Newhouse, one of the most respected communications schools in the United States, amplifies her influence on how future advertising practitioners understand and engage with technology-driven media environments.

Career

  • Assistant Professor of Advertising

    Syracuse University, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications · prior to associate role

Expertise & education

Expertise

Programmatic AdvertisingMedia Planning and StrategyDigital Advertising EcosystemsAdvertising Technology EducationAgency-Client RelationshipsMedia TransparencyData-Driven MarketingAdvertising Business Models

Education

  • PhD, Communications or Advertising (specific institution not confirmed)
  • Graduate degree in related field

Speaking topics

Programmatic advertising and media buyingAdvertising technology and media transparencyThe future of agency and advertiser relationshipsDigital media strategy

Recognition

Notable achievements

  • Faculty member at S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, one of the top-ranked communications programs in the United States
  • Developed curriculum bridging academic advertising theory with modern AdTech industry practice
  • Published research on digital advertising ecosystems and media strategy

Publications

  • Academic articles on digital advertising and media strategy (specific titles not confirmed)