Lauren Russo

Lauren Russo is SVP, MD, Audio & Promotions at Horizon Media. Lauren has over 20 years of experience in the media industry.

Lauren started their career as an assistant media buyer at TBS Time Buying Services in 1996. In this role, they were responsible for negotiating local television, cable and radio buys in assigned markets. Lauren was promoted to media buyer in December 1996 and held this position until July 1998.

In 1998, Lauren joined Horizon Media as a media buyer. Lauren was promoted to VP, Media Director in 2002 and to SVP, MD, Audio & Promotions in 2010. In their current role, they oversee all aspects of audio and promotions for Horizon Media clients.

Lauren Russo received a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from The College of New Jersey.

They work with Katy Ferguson - EVP, MD, Entertainment, Taylor Valentine - Chief Learning and Invention Officer, and Michael Neuman - MP, Scout Sports and Entertainment. Lauren Russo reports to Bill Koenigsberg, President, CEO & Founder.