Laura Villegas

About Laura Villegas

With over 25 years of leadership in Human Resources spanning diverse industries, including health care, retail, transportation and logistics, manufacturing, and federal contracting sectors, I\'m a strategic business partner with a proven track record of aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals. My expertise lies in cultivating thriving, high-performing work cultures through a people-centric approach. As an innovative HR executive and compliance expert, I leverage collaboration to drive business success. Holding credentials including the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification, Diversity in the Workplace certification, and a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, I excel in corporate compliance, talent lifecycle management, succession planning, leadership development, and continuous improvement. My passion, in addition to running fueled by coffee, is creating workplaces where employees feel valued and empowered. By harnessing the power of a highly engaged workforce and partnering with leaders, I help drive organizational excellence and achieve remarkable, data-driven results.Let’s Connect:I’m always eager to connect with fellow HR professionals, business leaders, and anyone passionate about enhancing workplace experiences. Whether you’re looking to exchange ideas, explore collaboration opportunities, or simply chat about the latest trends in HR, I’d love to connect!Feel free to reach out, and let’s shape the future of work together!

Experience

1. Chief People Officer

   Rbw Logistics

   Dec 2024 — Present

   As Chief People Officer at RBW Logistics, I lead the People & Culture strategy to drive growth, innovation, and employee success. With a focus on creating a people-first organization, I partner with leadership to align HR initiatives with business objectives, fostering a culture that empowers our team to excel.

Education

• Southeastern University

  Bachelor's degree, Psychology

• Assumption University

  Master of Arts - MA, Counseling Psychology

• Southeastern University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Psychology

• Assumption University

  Certificate, Human Resources Management and Services

Skills

• Benefits Administration
• Compensation
• Eeo
• Employee Engagement
• Sphr
• Resume Writing
• Interviews
• Leadership Development
• New Hire Orientations
• Employee/Labor Relations
• College Recruiting
• Performance Management
• Onboarding
• Employee Handbooks
• Mediation
• Benefits Negotiation
• Human Resources
• Counseling
• Hris
• HR Policies
• Employment Law
• Program Evaluation
• Workforce Planning
• Legal Compliance
• Employee Benefits
• Triathlon
• Training
• Nonprofits
• Non-Profits
• Psychology
• Recruiting
• Fmla
• Recruitment/Retention
• Conflict Resolution
• Job Descriptions
• Program Development
• Adolescents
• Personnel Management
• Internet Recruiting
• Psychotherapy