Laurie Ruettimann

Laurie Ruettimann is a seasoned and cynical HR professional with over a decade of experience in Fortune 500 organizations. A cutting edge, social media maven and newly minted entrepreneur, Ruettimann is a sought after speaker, writer and thought leader. She received her SPHR  certification in 2001 from The Human Resources Certification Institute and is an active member of The Society for Human Resources Management. Laurie is also a certified recruiter and trainer through various credentialed organizations.

Listed as one of the Top 5 career advice websites by CareerBuilder and CNN, Laurie is an award-winning, full-time Human Resources speaker and writer who advocates for a common sense approach to traditional employment practices. Ruettimann is a columnist for The Conference Board Review, she is an advisor to SmartBrief on Workforce, and her career advice has been featured in various publications such as The New York Times, US News & World Report, CFO Magazine, and Men’s Health. Her work has also been featured on The Suicide Girls, AOL, and Lemondrop websites. Laurie is also the founder of HR Bloggers and is the co-founder of HRM Today, the first social network for HR professionals.