Kristen Skpowski, Mshrm
About Kristen Skpowski, Mshrm
Kristen Skpowski, MSHRM, serves as the Director of Benefits at Monumental Sports & Entertainment, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in human resources and benefits management, previously holding positions at Jaeger & Flynn Associates, Inc. and Bonide.
Current Role at Monumental Sports & Entertainment
Kristen Skpowski serves as the Director of Benefits at Monumental Sports & Entertainment, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees benefits administration for the organization and its affiliated professional sports teams, including the Wizards, Capitals, Mystics, Go-Go, and Team Liquid. She facilitates benefits and open enrollment processes, ensuring that employees are well-informed about their options. Additionally, she conducts analysis and research on benefit offerings to maintain competitiveness within the industry.
Previous Experience at Jaeger & Flynn Associates, Inc.
Prior to her current role, Kristen worked at Jaeger & Flynn Associates, Inc. from 2014 to 2019. During her five years there, she held positions as HCM Systems Manager and Account Services Manager. Her responsibilities included managing human capital management systems and providing account services, which contributed to her expertise in benefits administration and employee engagement.
Educational Background
Kristen Skpowski earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, and Communication/Information Design from the State University of New York Institute of Technology at Utica/Rome, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. She later pursued a Master of Science degree in Human Resource Management, with a focus on Benefits and Staffing, at Mercy College from 2012 to 2015. This educational foundation has equipped her with the knowledge necessary for her roles in human resources and benefits management.
Professional Contributions and Initiatives
In her role at Monumental Sports & Entertainment, Kristen Skpowski is actively involved in various committees and groups. She serves as a 401(k) Committee Member, providing insights on retirement plan offerings. Additionally, she leads the Wellness Committee, focusing on employee health and wellness initiatives. Kristen co-chairs the Benefits & Wellbeing Group for all NBA teams, contributing to league-wide benefits strategies. She also leads webinars and discussion groups to enhance employee understanding of benefits enrollment and options.
Internship Experience
Before her professional roles, Kristen gained experience as a Human Resources Intern at Bonide in 2009. During her four-month internship, she developed foundational skills in human resources, which contributed to her career in benefits management and employee services.