Russell Prescott

Russell Edward Prescott (born October 19, 1960) is an American businessman and politician who served on the New Hampshire Executive Council, representing the 3rd district from 2017 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, Prescott served in the New Hampshire Senate from 2000 to 2004 and again from 2010 to 2016, representing districts in Rockingham County.

Prescott was born in St. Petersburg, Florida but considers himself a New Hampshire native. Prescott attended Exeter High School and received a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering from the University of South Florida. He is the president and owner of R.E. Prescott Company, a manufacturer and wholesaler of water treatment systems founded by his father in 1954 and based in Exeter, New Hampshire. He ran for the Republican nomination for New Hampshire's 1st congressional district in 2022 and 2024, losing in the primary in 2022 and in the general in 2024.

Personal life

Prescott lives in Kingston, New Hampshire. He has been married to his wife, Susan, for 42 years, and they have 5 children and 8 grandchildren.