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Laura Hannon is an Associate Professor of the Practice of Public Relations at the College of Communication, Boston University, with over 25 years of industry experience in sports and entertainment marketing. She has held leadership roles at NBCUniversal Boston Stations and the NBA League offices.
Education
- BA in Communication from Boston College
Professional Experience
- Senior Director of Marketing & Communications at NBCUniversal Boston Stations (11 years)
- Corporate Communications and Brand Marketing Manager at NBA League offices (12 years)
- PR agency experience with NHL, NFL, Olympics, PGA
Research & Industry Focus
Laura's work centers on strategic public relations, brand promotion in sports/entertainment, and media engagement. Her industry expertise spans corporate communications, crisis management, and cross-sector promotional campaigns.
Awards & Recognition
- Inducted into BC Varsity Club Hall of Fame
- Inducted into Beanpot Hall of Fame
Mentorship & Personal
A dedicated mentor in the NBC Sports Student-Athlete program and youth ice hockey coach, Laura combines academic rigor with practical industry insights. She holds a Communication degree from Boston College and played NCAA D1 Women’s Ice Hockey.
