Denny Mai
About Denny Mai
Denny Mai is a Senior Manager of Benefits and HRIS at Sesame Workshop, with a diverse background in human resources spanning over a decade. Previously, he held various roles at organizations such as Movable Ink, Shake Shack, and NBCUniversal, contributing to HR operations and benefits management.
Current Role at Sesame Workshop
Denny Mai serves as the Senior Manager of Benefits & HRIS at Sesame Workshop. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing employee benefits and human resources information systems since 2021. His position involves managing various HR functions and ensuring that the organization’s benefits programs align with its strategic goals.
Previous Experience in People Operations
Before joining Sesame Workshop, Denny Mai worked at Movable Ink as the People Operations Manager from 2018 to 2021. His role included managing employee relations and benefits, contributing to a positive workplace culture. He briefly served as the Benefits Manager at Shake Shack in 2021, where he focused on employee benefits for a short period.
Background in Human Resources
Denny Mai has a diverse background in human resources, having held various positions across multiple organizations. He began his career as a Human Resources Intern at Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières in 2010. He later worked as an HR Coordinator at NBCUniversal, Inc. from 2013 to 2015 and held several roles at CBS Corporation, including HRIS Coordinator and Senior HRIS Coordinator.
Education and Academic Credentials
Denny Mai studied at Stony Brook University from 2006 to 2010, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. His academic focus included Business Management and China Studies, providing him with a solid foundation for his career in human resources and benefits management.
Career Progression in HR
Throughout his career, Denny Mai has demonstrated a consistent progression in human resources roles. He worked as an HR Specialist at BuzzFeed from 2015 to 2018, where he gained experience in employee engagement and benefits administration. His cumulative experience spans over a decade, showcasing his expertise in HRIS and employee benefits.