Laura Burgess

Laura Burgess, PHRca, SHRM-CP, currently serves as Senior Vice President and Human Resources Officer at Avidbank, where strategic HR leadership supports its diverse business lines. With extensive experience in the startup sector, Laura has held roles such as Advisor at Penguin Benefits, providing insights on parental leave benefits, and HR Consultant at Laura Burgess HR Consulting, offering scalable HR solutions to startups. Previous positions include Director of People at Skan.ai, where operational and strategic HR guidance was instrumental for company growth, and Senior Director of Human Resources at Dishcraft, overseeing critical HR initiatives. Laura's earlier career includes roles at Murdock Martell, ADP Resource, Stanford University Medical Center, and HealthSource Global Staffing, showcasing a strong background in HR management and consulting within fast-paced environments. Laura holds a BA in Economics from UCLA and specialized training as a Certified Healthcare Reform Specialist.