Sara Cott
About Sara Cott
Sara Cott is the Manager of People Development at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp., where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in public relations, research analysis, and employee experience, with degrees in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and Foreign Service.
Current Role at Madison Square Garden
Sara Cott serves as the Manager of People Development at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. since 2022. In this role, she focuses on fostering an inclusive culture to support a global, distributed, and hybrid workforce. Her responsibilities include developing programs and initiatives that enhance employee engagement and promote a positive workplace environment.
Previous Work Experience
Sara Cott has a diverse background in various roles prior to her current position. She worked at the U.S. Department of State as a Public Affairs Intern in 2012, and also held internships at Susan Davis International and maslansky + partners. Additionally, she served as a Research Analyst at Penn Schoen Berland and later as a Senior Research Analyst. From 2015 to 2021, she worked at Global Gateway Advisors, progressing through several roles to become Director.
Educational Background
Sara Cott earned a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service from Georgetown University, completing her studies from 2009 to 2013. She later pursued a Master of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology at Baruch College, which she completed from 2019 to 2021. Her educational background supports her focus on employee experience and organizational development.
Focus on Employee Experience
Sara Cott is passionate about delivering an exceptional employee experience. Her work emphasizes the importance of creating an inclusive and supportive environment that caters to the needs of a diverse workforce. This commitment is evident in her current role and previous positions, where she has consistently aimed to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.