Alanna Faughnan
About Alanna Faughnan
Alanna Faughnan is the Manager of Purchasing & Sustainability at Penguin Random House in New York, New York, with a diverse background in property management, social media, special education, and compliance.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Alanna Faughnan currently serves as Manager, Purchasing & Sustainability at Penguin Random House in New York, New York. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing procurement processes and sustainability initiatives. Her work focuses on integrating sustainable practices into the company's purchasing strategies, aiming to enhance environmental performance and operational efficiency.
Previous Positions at Penguin Random House
Before becoming the Manager, Purchasing & Sustainability, Alanna Faughnan worked at Penguin Random House as an Assistant Manager from 2017 to 2018. During this period, she supported various managerial tasks and began her work in sustainability. Her experience at the company provided a strong foundation for her current responsibilities.
Property Management Experience at Cushman & Wakefield
Alanna Faughnan gained significant property management experience during her time at Cushman & Wakefield. Starting as an Assistant Property Manager from 2015 to 2016, she was later promoted to Property Manager from 2016 to 2017. Working in the Greater New York City Area, she handled property management projects, further enhancing her managerial skills.
Educational Background
Alanna Faughnan holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Roger Williams University, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, she studied International, Global Studies at the National University of Ireland, Galway in 2014 and participated in Leadership Rhode Island's College Leadership program, graduating in 2014. These educational experiences have equipped her with a strong foundation in business management and global perspectives.
Early Career and Internships
Early in her career, Alanna Faughnan undertook various internships that provided her with diverse experiences. She interned in compliance and marketing at First Empire Securities, Inc. in Hauppauge, NY from 2012 to 2013. She also gained experience in social media management during a consulting internship at Ahlers Designs in 2015. Additionally, she worked as a Special Education Assistant at Three Village Central School District in Long Island, NY, and later as a Social Media Management, Consulting Intern at Ahlers Designs in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.