Laura Thumel

Laura Thumel is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in operations and strategic leadership within the financial services and consulting sectors. Currently serving as Global Operations Director and Chief of Staff for the Risk & Financial Services business at Willis Towers Watson since 2016, Laura plays a critical role in the organization's global leadership teams and has been instrumental in establishing and executing business priorities. Prior to this role, Laura held similar positions at Towers Watson and Towers Perrin, contributing to significant organizational transformations and acting as a key advisor to management teams. Laura's early career included consulting and auditing roles, reinforcing a solid foundation in strategic, organizational, and financial disciplines. Laura earned an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting with a concentration in Economics from Miami University.