lauren t.

Head of Human Resources with 17+ years of experience leading HR strategy and operations for multi-state, distributed workforces (700+ employees) Trusted advisor and right hand to owners, shareholders, and executive leadership on high-risk employee relations, compliance, and workforce strategy Sole owner of terminations, investigations, and sensitive employee matters across nearly all U.S. states Deep expertise in multi-state employment law, compliance, and risk mitigation Proven leader in performance management, employee coaching, and documentation-driven accountability Strategic recruiting leader with experience sourcing, discreetly recruiting, and retaining top talent in competitive markets Experienced in mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, workforce transitions, cultural integration, and retention of key employees Benefits strategy and cost-containment expertise, including level-funded plans, captives, and ICHRAs, paired with wellness program implementation Extensive experience supporting remote-first and nationally distributed teams through strong communication and relationship-building Collaborative partner to legal, finance, and operations teams with a business-first, people-centered approach