Meredith Estrada
About Meredith Estrada
Meredith Estrada serves as the Senior Director of Food & Merchandise at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp., where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in the hospitality industry, she has a proven track record of enhancing guest services and driving profitable sales growth through data-driven strategies.
Current Role at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.
Meredith Estrada serves as the Senior Director of Food & Merchandise at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. She has held this position since 2021. In her current role, she focuses on enhancing guest service experiences through the implementation of cross-functional strategies. Her leadership aims to improve the overall quality of food and merchandise offerings within the organization.
Previous Experience at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.
Prior to her current role, Meredith Estrada worked at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. in various capacities. She served as Director of Premium Catering & Suite Operations from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she held the position of Manager, Suites & Catering from 2010 to 2018 and briefly worked as Senior Director, F&B Operations in 2020. Her extensive experience at the venue has contributed to her expertise in food and beverage operations.
Experience at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC
Meredith Estrada's career includes significant experience at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC. She worked as Manager, Meetings & Special Events from 2005 to 2007 and later as Manager, Food & Beverage from 2007 to 2010. Her roles at The Ritz-Carlton involved managing high-profile events and overseeing food and beverage services, which helped develop her skills in hospitality management.
Educational Background
Meredith Estrada holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied from 1997 to 2001. She furthered her education by obtaining an Executive MBA from NYU Stern School of Business, completing her studies from 2021 to 2023. Her educational background supports her strategic approach to management and operations in the hospitality industry.
Professional Skills and Contributions
Throughout her career, Meredith Estrada has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing guest experiences and operational efficiency. She has utilized data and analysis to streamline processes, leading to improved bottom-line margins. Additionally, she has cultivated strong relationships across organizations to maintain employee engagement and promote quality guest experiences. Her collaborative efforts with stakeholders and vendors have driven sustainable solutions and profitable sales growth.