WIE Speaker Series with Michelle Smith
Sponsored by Larry H Miller Megaplex Theatres, join us for our November Speaker Series on November 13, 2024 featuring Michelle Smith, Chief People Officer, The Larry H. Miller Company / President, Miller Sports + Entertainment.
Michelle is the chief people officer at the Larry H. Miller Company and president of Miller Sports + Entertainment.
As chief people officer, she is responsible for setting the organization’s People & Culture (P&C) strategy while supporting P&C leaders and assisting in the successful integration and onboarding practices of newly acquired businesses. The role supports the Larry H. Miller Company’s vision “to be the best place in town to work and the best place in town to do business” with appropriate practices, policies, and programming that are responsive to the changing dynamics of the workforce and diverse needs of the platform businesses.
In her role as President of Miller Sports + Entertainment, Michelle strategically manages and oversees the operations of the sports and entertainment platform, including businesses such as the Salt Lake Bees, Daybreak Field at America First Square, Larry H. Miller Megaplex Theatres, and “coming soon” Megaplex Entertainment. She is committed to exceptional guest, fan, and team member experience, supporting business partnerships, creating places where memories are created, and enriching lives.
Prior to joining the company in 2014, Michelle cultivated more than 15 years of experience in the sports and entertainment industry, gaining expertise in business strategy and operations, marketing, sales, and human resources. Most recently, Michelle served as Chief People Officer for the National Basketball Association’s Utah Jazz franchise.
Michelle is a founding board member of Women in Sports & Events (WISE) and the Economic Development Corporation of Utah (EDCU) Foundation/Center for Economic Opportunity and Belonging. She is the former co-chair of the Gail Miller Women’s Leadership Group and currently serves on the board of directors for 47G-Utah Aerospace and Defense) and the National Advisory Board for Utah State Huntsman School of Business.
Michelle is a people-focused leader committed to a culture that creates opportunities for excellence in each team member. Her diverse professional background strengthens her People & Culture and operational business leadership. Michelle has a disarming approach that establishes trust, enabling her to become the business thought partner she values to be. Michelle has high integrity, works hard, and believes in the mission, vision, and values of the Larry H. Miller Company.
Larry H. Miller Megaplex Theatres Website: https://www.megaplextheatres.com