Lauren Ferris
About Lauren Ferris
Lauren Ferris is a Senior Manager of People Acquisition at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp., where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in psychology and extensive experience in human resources, particularly within the sports and entertainment industry.
Current Role at Madison Square Garden
Lauren Ferris serves as the Senior Manager of People Acquisition at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing recruitment strategies and processes to attract top talent within the sports and entertainment industry. Her work involves collaborating with various departments to ensure alignment with organizational goals and enhancing the overall candidate experience.
Previous Experience in People Acquisition
Prior to her current position, Lauren held multiple roles at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. She worked as Manager of People Acquisition from 2021 to 2022 and as Manager of Executive Recruiting for MSG Entertainment and MSG Sports from 2020 to 2021. These roles provided her with extensive experience in recruitment and talent management within a high-profile organization.
Education and Expertise in Psychology
Lauren Ferris earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from St. John's University, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Iona College between 2014 and 2016. This academic background equips her with a strong foundation in understanding human behavior, which is essential in her role in human resources.
Internship and Early Career in Sports Psychology
Lauren began her career as a Sports Psychology Intern and Apprentice at Mind Plus Muscle Institute from 2013 to 2016. During this three-year period in Long Island, NY, she gained practical experience in sports psychology, which contributed to her understanding of the psychological aspects of performance in the sports industry.
Skills in Human Resources and Strategy
Lauren possesses a range of skills in human resources, including succession planning, training, employee relations, and recognition. She has a comprehensive understanding of field operations and has expertise in using Applicant Tracking Systems, particularly iCIMS. Additionally, her background in strategy and consulting within the sports and entertainment industry enhances her effectiveness in her current role.