Laurie Shakur, SPHR, SCP

Laurie Shakur, SPHR, SCP has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning various HR roles and leadership positions. Laurie most recently served as the VP of HR at Session AI. Prior to that, they were a Member at Chief, a private network designed to empower women executives. Laurie also held the position of VP, Head of HR - Rakuten USA & B2B at Rakuten, where they played a critical role in shaping the organization's people strategy. Laurie has also worked as the Head of People at Rakuten Advertising and Global HR Leader - HR Processes and Programs at Gracenote. Previously, Laurie held HR leadership positions at SunPower Corporation, MUFG Union Bank, and Pacific Gas and Electric Company, where they contributed to strategic HR initiatives and supported senior executives. Throughout their career, Laurie has demonstrated strong skills in communication, change management, and transformation, and has been an influential advisor to C-suite and senior executives.

Laurie Shakur, SPHR, SCP has a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Marketing from Loyola University Chicago. Laurie also holds a Master's Certificate in Organizational Leadership from DePaul University. In addition, Laurie has attended the HR Executive Program at Stanford University, where they studied Human Resources Management. Laurie has also completed coursework in Executive Coaching at Fielding Graduate University. Laurie has also received various certifications, including SHRM-SCP from SHRM in 2015, SPHR from the Human Capital Institute (HCI) in 2013, Fundamentals of Payroll Professional from the American Payroll Association in 2011, and Human Resources: Leadership and Strategic Impact from LinkedIn in 2018. While there is mention of their attending The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, no information regarding a degree or field of study is provided.