Kevin Rourke
About Kevin Rourke
Kevin Rourke serves as the Director of People Acquisition at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp., where he leads recruitment efforts for various departments. With a background in talent acquisition across multiple industries, he has held positions at several organizations, including Luxottica and Verizon.
Current Role at Madison Square Garden
Kevin Rourke serves as the Director of People Acquisition at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. since 2016. In this role, he leads recruitment efforts across various departments, including Threat Management and Marquee Events & Venue Management. His responsibilities encompass overseeing recruitment processes across multiple sectors, such as Finance, Legal, and Human Resources, ensuring that the organization attracts top talent to meet its operational needs.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Prior to his current position, Rourke held several roles in recruitment. He worked as a Senior Recruiter at Luxottica from 2012 to 2013, focusing on talent acquisition in Port Washington, NY. He also served as a Recruiting Manager at Robert Half Finance & Accounting from 2007 to 2009. His experience includes managing recruitment processes and strategies in various sectors, enhancing his expertise in talent acquisition.
Background in Human Resources
Rourke has a solid background in human resources and talent acquisition. He worked as a Manager of Talent Acquisition at The Children's Place from 2014 to 2016 and as a Human Resources Recruiter at AHRC Suffolk from 2009 to 2012. His roles have provided him with extensive experience in recruitment strategies and processes across different industries, including fashion and entertainment.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Rourke studied at Salve Regina University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Human Resource Management from 1997 to 2000. His educational background complements his professional experience, particularly in talent acquisition within the fashion and entertainment industries, where he has developed specialized expertise.
Career Progression
Rourke's career began at Verizon, where he worked as an Account Manager from 2000 to 2003. He later transitioned into recruitment roles, including a brief tenure as a Recruiting Manager at PrincetonOne in 2009. His diverse career path has allowed him to gain valuable insights into various sectors, contributing to his effectiveness in talent acquisition and human resources management.