Laura Franco served as Executive Vice President and General Counsel at Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR), a pioneering entertainment company known for developing and operating the revolutionary Sphere venue in Las Vegas and Sphere Studios in London. In this senior leadership role, she provided comprehensive legal oversight, guiding the company's strategic initiatives in corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, content partnerships, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance. Her expertise was crucial during Sphere Entertainment's spin-off from Madison Square Garden Entertainment in 2023, ensuring seamless transitions and positioning the company for innovative growth in immersive entertainment experiences. With over 25 years of experience in the entertainment, media, and sports sectors, Franco built her distinguished career at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp., MSG Networks, and Madison Square Garden, where she advanced from Vice President and Deputy General Counsel to Executive Vice President and General Counsel for MSG Sports and Entertainment. A graduate of Fordham University School of Law, she began her professional journey at leading New York law firms, specializing in complex transactions and commercial agreements. Her tenure at MSG included advising on landmark venue developments, high-profile artist residencies, and multibillion-dollar deals. Franco's notable achievements include spearheading the legal framework for Sphere's groundbreaking U2 residency and subsequent performances by artists like Dead & Company, as well as facilitating strategic alliances that expanded Sphere's global footprint. Renowned for her proactive risk management and collaborative leadership, she earned accolades such as being named one of the "Most Influential Women in Law" by Law360, leaving a lasting legacy in shaping the future of live entertainment law.