Laura Burns
About Laura Burns
Laura Burns is the Director of Client Leadership at Alight Solutions with over 25 years of experience in communication consulting and leadership roles, specializing in benefits communications.
Current Position at Alight Solutions
Laura Burns currently serves as Director of Client Leadership at Alight Solutions. In this role, she is responsible for leading client relationships and ensuring the delivery of exceptional services that meet client needs. Her extensive experience in communication consulting makes her well-suited for this leadership position, guiding her team and clients towards achieving strategic goals.
Previous Roles at Alight Solutions
Before her current role, Laura Burns was a Senior Communication Consultant and Client Lead at Alight Solutions from 2014 to 2022. During her tenure, she was involved in overseeing communication strategies and managing client engagements. Her 8 years at Alight Solutions allowed her to develop deep insights into client needs and enhance her expertise in communication strategies.
Career at EMC Corporation
Laura Burns spent 8 years at EMC Corporation, progressing from Manager to Senior Manager in Benefits Communications. She initially joined EMC as a Manager in 2006, where she focused on benefits communication. In 2013, she was promoted to Senior Manager. Her roles at EMC were based in Massachusetts, where she developed and managed communications to support employee benefits and engagement.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Laura Burns has a solid educational background in communications. She holds a Master of Science in Communications Management from Simmons College, achieved between 1997 and 2001. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, completed from 1988 to 1992. Her education has provided a strong foundation for her career in communication consulting and client leadership.
Early Career at Mercer
Laura Burns began her career at Mercer, where she worked as a Communications Consultant for ten years from 1994 to 2004. Based in the Greater Boston Area, this role allowed her to develop a robust skill set in communications consulting. Her decade-long experience at Mercer was pivotal in shaping her career, providing her with extensive knowledge and expertise in the field.