Sabrina Ellis
Education
MS '08 Human Resource Management and Development, New York University
BS '06 Communications Technologies, New York University
AAS '01 Business, New York University
<p>As the CPO of the National Basketball Association (NBA), Sabrina Ellis oversees all aspects of the league's HR strategy across its offices in 15 markets around the world including the US, Canada, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. With a background in systems, Sabrina has spent her career using a data-centered approach to develop programs and initiatives to advance organizations and people in business, education, research, and sport. </p>
<p>Prior to joining the NBA, Sabrina spent 25 years in top HR positions within the higher education arena at NYU, the George Washington University and the City University of New York, City College. While at NYU, she led the Global HR function supporting an employee population of 26,000 in 13 countries. </p>
<p>Ellis earned both her bachelor's and master's degrees from NYU. In 2002, Sabrina was honored by New York University’s School of Professional Studies with the Distinguished Alumni Award.</p>
There is no question in my mind that SPS played an important role in my development as a person and a professional. The relationships I developed here, the outstanding faculty and the rigor of the curriculum prepared me to succeed at the highest level of my profession. I am grateful and honored to be an SPS alum."
