Russo works in the television department for Creative Artists Agency [CAA], the largest media and sports representation company in the world
Russo reports to a TV packaging agent in the premium documentaries space, helping to support deal flow and operations
Russo worked previously for a Partner at The Gersh Agency, focusing on global talent representation and business development
Skills
Russo is a project manager, a financial auditor and a business operations professional in his current role at CAA, all with an emphasis on client servicing
These experiences have enabled Russo to learn how to juggle multiple action items at the same time, how to foster a culture of trust and collaboration across various teams, and how to retain information quickly to execute across various business strategies
Education
Russo holds an MBA from Seton Hall University and a degree in English from Montclair State University
Russo's graduating thesis paper in business school, "How Firms Value Innovation," was a recipient of the Robert C. Troccoli award for its ideas on innovation, leadership and management