Laura Clydesdale

Laura Clydesdale is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across various industries. Currently serving as Managing Partner and COO at Andrea Robb Consulting since January 2023, Clydesdale focuses on enhancing employee experience and connecting business strategies to talent management. As a professional speaker for GPS Speakers & Events, Clydesdale addresses challenges faced by women leaders. Involvement with UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals as Co-Chair of Notes & Words, which raised over $12 million, highlights a commitment to impactful community engagement. Previous roles include Senior Associate positions at ProjectNext Leadership and Forshay, where Clydesdale emphasized resilience in leadership and fostering inclusive work environments. Additionally, Clydesdale co-founded and led the TEDxYouth@EB initiative and held numerous consulting and managerial roles, including a significant tenure at Joan Lloyd & Associates and Gap Inc. Clydesdale holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from the Wisconsin School of Business.