Laura Rowan

Laura Rowan is an accomplished human resources professional with extensive experience in various industries, currently serving as Vice President of Human Resources for The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. since January 2015. In this role, Laura oversees human resources for Global Brands and is responsible for multiple brand portfolios, including Estee Lauder, La Mer, and Bumble and bumble. Laura also leads the Online Division's global talent strategy, supporting over 30 e-commerce sites across 50 countries. Prior to Estee Lauder, Laura held senior HR positions at American Eagle Outfitters, PepsiCo, Merck, and Honeywell, focusing on organizational strategy, digital marketing, and talent management. Laura earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Ohio Wesleyan University, graduating magna cum laude and as a Phi Beta Kappa member, and also spent a semester studying in Geneva, Switzerland.