Laura M. Burkley

Laura M. Burkley, SPHR has extensive work experience in the field of HR, with a focus on employee relations and business partnering. Laura M. worked at Cision from 2017 to 2019, where they held the roles of HR Employee Relations Partner and HR Business Partner. At Cision, they were responsible for managing employee relations and providing HR support to the organization.

Prior to Cision, Laura worked at Dex Media (formerly Verizon Information Services) from 2013 to 2015 as an HR Business Partner. During their time there, they navigated through a period of restructuring and downsizing as the company transitioned to a virtual office model. Laura M. played a key role in determining the criteria for employee retention or release, ensuring fairness and objectivity in the process.

Laura's career at Dex Media started in 1999, where they initially served as a Senior HR Generalist. Laura M. was later promoted to HR Business Partner, a position they held from 1999 to 2012. In this role, Laura's responsibilities primarily revolved around employee relations, requiring their to handle various complex situations with patience, fairness, and professionalism.

Overall, Laura M. Burkley, SPHR has a diverse range of HR experience, particularly in employee relations and business partnering, showcasing their expertise in managing HR matters and supporting organizations in achieving their goals.

Laura M. Burkley, SPHR has completed a Certificate of Completion in Human Resource Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus. In addition, they hold the Senior Professional in Human Resources® (SPHR®) Certification from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI), which they obtained in October 2019. Laura M. also has certifications in Collective Bargaining and Contract Administration from Cornell University ILR School, although the specific dates of obtaining these certifications are not provided.