Laura A. Schmidt
About Laura A. Schmidt
Laura A. Schmidt serves as the Senior Vice President of People Operations at fuboTV, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in human resources, having held key positions at several prominent organizations, including Discovery Inc., WarnerMedia, and Scripps Networks Interactive.
Current Role at fuboTV
Laura A. Schmidt serves as the Senior Vice President of People Operations at fuboTV, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the company's human resources strategies and initiatives. Her leadership focuses on enhancing employee engagement and optimizing organizational performance.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role, Schmidt accumulated extensive experience in human resources across various organizations. She worked at WarnerMedia as Vice President of Human Resources from 2019 to 2021. Before that, she served as Vice President of People & Culture at Discovery Inc from 2012 to 2019. Her earlier roles include Director of Human Resources at The Economist Group Media and VP, Senior Director of Human Resources at Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia.
Education and Qualifications
Laura A. Schmidt earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Management and a Master's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources Management from Manhattan College. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her career in human resources and people operations.
Achievements in Post-Merger Integration
Schmidt played a pivotal role in the post-merger integration following the acquisition of Scripps Networks Interactive. She was instrumental in redesigning the compensation structure for a sales organization consisting of over 200 team members. Additionally, she successfully integrated two disparate sales teams, resulting in significant revenue growth exceeding $4.5 billion.
Skills and Expertise
Laura A. Schmidt is recognized for her ability to transform ideas into actionable programs. She possesses a nuanced understanding of human behavior and high emotional intelligence, which she leverages to lead teams effectively. Her communication skills enable her to break down complex concepts into easily understandable parts, fostering a collaborative work environment.