A certified professional coach and member of the International Coaching Federation, Laura specializes in communications and leadership development for high-performing executives and co-creation of compassionate, inclusive workplace cultures. Her approach is informed by years of strategic management and consulting experience guiding high-performing teams and mission-driven companies to achieve incredible results in business and social impact.

Laura brings 20 years of national and international corporate experience in communications, marketing, and social responsibility to her client engagements. She led teams at national brands such as Blue Cross Blue Shield and Food Marketing Institute and small agencies dedicated to improving the health of Americans nationwide.

She spent the first 5 years of her career in Nagoya, Japan, where she served as lead communications associate to the CEO of Oak Lawn Marketing (now Shop Japan), a global product marketing company, and English language specialist for Aeon. She is fluent in conversational Japanese and has a deep love and appreciation for Japanese culture.

Laura is passionate about the performing arts and preparing the next generation of purpose-driven leaders as demonstrated by her board and volunteer service with organizations such as One Million Degrees, 1871, Common Threads, and Chicago Dancers United.

Education and Certifications

• Northwestern University, BA
• International Professional Excellence in Coaching, Certified Professional Coach
• Energy Leadership Assessment Master Practitioner
• International Coach Federation, Member
• American Management Association, Situational Leadership Training
• Gallup, CliftonStrengths Assessment Debrief and Implementation Training