Laura Sheridan Powers

Laura Sheridan Powers has a diverse work experience in the field of communications, starting with their current role as Director of Integrated Communications at Datasite since January 2019. Prior to this, they worked as the PR and Social Media Lead at EY from February 2017 to November 2018. Earlier in their career, they served as the US Head of Communications for HSBC Bank USA's Private Bank division from April 2015 to November 2016, and as VP of Media Relations at HSBC from February 2013 to April 2015.

Before joining HSBC, Laura worked at KPMG LLP, where they held various roles such as Associate Director of Corporate Communications from January 2007 to January 2013, and Manager of Corporate Communications from September 2002 to December 2006. Prior to KPMG, they were a Public Relations Manager at Comverse Technology, Inc. from October 1999 to August 2002, and a Public Relations Manager at AT&T from December 1997 to October 1999.

Laura's career initially began as a Reporter at Bloomberg from February 1995 to December 1997, where they covered a range of topics including technology-related stocks and initial public offerings. Throughout their career, Laura has demonstrated expertise in media relations, executive communications, crisis management, and leading national communications strategies.

Laura Sheridan Powers has a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Psychology from Barnard College and a Master of Science (MS) degree in Journalism from Northwestern University. However, specific start and end years for their education are not provided.