Lauri McGarrigan
EVP, Schoen Media Group
Lauri McGarrigan has 20 years of experience in media specializing in strategy, operations and finance. She has been with Schoen Media Group for 18 months where she has successfully integrated her strategic mindset into the agency. Lauri was previously Senior Vice President, Business Strategy and Operations for Disney and ESPN Media Networks supporting over 70 products and services for both linear and digital networks. She has been at the forefront of developing and executing strategies to maximize revenues and drive cost savings her entire career. She began her career with Falcon Cable as Director of Operations and was VP Financial Operations for Affiliate and Ad Sales for Fox Family. Lauri has extensive experience in content distribution and has supported industry-leading deals including the launch of TV Everywhere. She has worked on both the distribution and programming sides of the business and has a firm understanding of the Pay TV industry and the changing media landscape including OTT.
About Schoen Media Group - our broad experience and unique perspective are unmatched in the industry. We build strategic solutions that solve today’s challenges, anticipate tomorrow’s needs, and perform across the entire organization. SMG’s highly skilled team offers expertise in the areas of digital media, strategy and deal finance, marketing, customer communications, negotiation strategy and dispute management, product strategy and public relations. Each member of our team has 20+ years of experience working for top media companies, operators and agencies.