Talk to us Meet Laurie
What do you love most about being part of Aspiriant?
We embrace learning, curiosity and a growth mindset. We value our people not just in words, but through meaningful investment in their development, well-being and careers.
What professional accomplishments are you most proud of?
I am proud to continue building and supporting a best-in-class employee experience that is integral to an exceptional client experience. I believe how we invest in our people directly influences how well we serve our clients.
What quality of yours makes you best suited to what you do?
I love to learn. I am constantly reading and researching, consuming several books and podcasts every month.
What do you love to do outside of work?
My husband and son are both talented performers, and I love supporting their productions as a stage wife and mom and being their biggest fan. They are also the taste-testers for my baking hobby.
What would you be doing if you weren’t working for Aspiriant?
I would be traveling. I love exploring new places. My bucket list includes seeing the seven natural wonders of the world, and my son wants to take me to Japan.
What was the most influential book you’ve read and why?
“Solve for Happy” by Mo Gawdat was a transformative read for me, and I still keep a “happy journal” and practice some of the approaches today. It was the first time I encountered the concept that “you are not your thoughts,” and how that impacts our well-being.
Bio
Laurie joined Aspiriant in 2019 as manager of Learning and Development and now serves as Director of Engagement and Development. She has spent more than 30 years leading learning and talent development across a variety of industries, including education, biotech, retail and finance.
Her role has expanded from leading the learning function to employee engagement, leadership development, performance and other aspects of talent development. Laurie focuses on fostering a culture where employees feel included, heard and empowered to make a positive impact. She recognizes that a strong internal culture is essential to delivering an exceptional client experience.
In addition to her human resources responsibilities, Laurie serves on Aspiriant’s Operating Committee and is a founding member of both the Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Impact Group and the Social Responsibility Impact Group. She also serves as a Day of Giving lead, helping to coordinate firmwide community engagement efforts.
Laurie began her career as an elementary school teacher in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, before transitioning into corporate learning and development. She enjoys the process of building programs that address unique business and industry challenges while supporting and shaping company culture.
She earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and is currently completing the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD). She serves on the board of Culver City’s Academy of Visual and Performing Arts as the fundraising chair and on the student ministries committee at her church.
Laurie lives in Culver City, California, with her husband, teenage son and three cats. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking and kayaking with family and friends, who are also her main taste-testers for her baking hobby.
