Kourtney Peterson

Kourtney Peterson, SHRM-CP, is an experienced Human Resource Generalist currently employed at Builders FirstSource since August 2022, following a position at Coeur Mining, Inc. from February 2019 to August 2022. At Coeur Mining, Kourtney was promoted to a larger site role, overseeing recruitment, performance management, and training initiatives for up to 340 employees, while successfully implementing process improvements that reduced production loss by 39%. Kourtney also held the role of Legal Administrative Assistant at Costello, Porter, Hill, Heisterkamp, Bushnell & Carpenter, LLP, where efficient handling of legal case administration was prioritized. Additionally, early career experiences at Southwest Minnesota State University included roles in residence life administration and diversity internships, with a focus on student support and inclusion. Kourtney holds a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership and Development from the University of Denver and a Bachelor's degree from Southwest Minnesota State University.