Having commenced her career with Whittens in 2014, Laurie Moran is the Head of People and Culture for the business. Laurie plays an instrumental role in driving a human resources best practice approach, and ensuring Whittens’ strategic position to attract and retain the best talent.

Laurie is a natural communicator and leader who values connection, visible leadership, and meaningful relationships. She is passionate about creating development opportunities for Whittens employees and supporting our leaders across all facets of HR.

Laurie’s leadership style can be descrbed as transformative and supportive. “We are a people-first business that values our talent and empowers our leaders.”

Laurie plays an influential role in promoting diversity: “I am proud to be part of an organisation that supports diversity, and more specifically, one of four female leaders at the Executive level – a rarity within the industry.”

Qualifications:

• Masters in Human Resource Management (First Class Honours), National University of Ireland, Galway
• Bachelor of Arts (Honors Degree), National University of Ireland, Galway
• Certificate IV Human Resources
• Certificate of Child Psychology, Atlantic College, Galway

Professional Memberships:

Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development