66degrees, a leader in AI, data, and cloud consultancy, has announced the appointment of Brian Gregory as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Gregory steps into the role following an impressive eight-year career at Google Cloud, where he led global strategic partnerships across Alphabet, including initiatives with GEO, Android, and X (Moonshot Factory). During this time, he played a pivotal role in scaling Google Cloud from a ~$4 billion business in 2017 to a ~$49 billion annual run rate in 2025.
As CTO at 66degrees, Gregory will spearhead the company’s technology vision and delivery strategy, with a focus on driving innovation, enabling multi-million-dollar enterprise programs, and unlocking new levels of client value and business transformation.
“It brings me great joy to welcome Brian Gregory as our Chief Technology Officer,” said Ben Kessler, CEO of 66degrees. “Brian brings a unique blend of deep technical expertise, visionary thinking, and a builder’s mindset. He is the perfect addition to our leadership team, helping 66degrees expand its capabilities in AI, data, and next-gen cloud architecture. His experience transforming some of the world’s most strategic customers makes him uniquely suited to help us deepen our impact, drive innovation, and unlock our next chapter of growth—for our clients and our teams.”
At Google, Gregory worked closely with strategic customers to disrupt industries, accelerate innovation, and launch new products faster than ever before. Prior to his tenure at Google, he held senior technology leadership roles at Express Scripts, Peabody Energy, and CenturyLink, where he successfully led large-scale modernization and innovation initiatives across Fortune 100 environments.
“Joining 66degrees as Chief Technology Officer is an opportunity to build something extraordinary,” said Brian Gregory. “This team is uniquely positioned at the intersection of AI, data, and cloud—where the most meaningful transformation is happening. I’m here to help push boundaries, lead with purpose, and work alongside clients to create the kind of impact that redefines how businesses compete, grow, and serve their customers. I’m deeply grateful for my journey at Google and energized by the road ahead.”
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