Laura Purdy
About Laura Purdy
Laura Purdy is a Staffing Systems Coordinator at Cintas, where she has worked since 2017. She has a diverse background in education and human resources, with previous roles at various institutions, including the University of Cincinnati and Ursuline Academy.
Work at Cintas
Laura Purdy has been employed at Cintas as a Staffing Systems Coordinator since 2017. In this role, she is responsible for managing staffing systems and ensuring efficient operations within the human resources department. Her work supports the company's commitment to effective employee management and development.
Education and Expertise
Laura Purdy holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Indiana University Bloomington, which she completed from 1999 to 2003. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Education in Counseling from the University of Cincinnati between 2010 and 2012. Additionally, she earned a Master's degree in Human Resource Management from Colorado State University Global between 2017 and 2019. Her educational background supports her transition into human resources, focusing on employee development.
Background
Laura Purdy has a diverse professional background, having held various positions in education and human resources. She worked as a Career Development Center Graduate Assistant at the University of Cincinnati from 2010 to 2011 and served as a School Counseling Intern at Loveland High School from 2011 to 2012. Her experience also includes roles at Ursuline Academy of Cincinnati as a School Counselor and at Hamilton County Clerk of Courts as a Deputy Clerk.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role at Cintas, Laura Purdy held several positions that contributed to her expertise in human resources and education. She worked as an Executive Assistant and Office Manager at Cox Financial Corp. in 2007, and as a Receptionist at Riverpoint Capital Management, Inc. in 2017. Additionally, she was a Summer Seminar Instructor at Community Youth Development of Sarasota County in 2016 and an Assistant Account Coordinator at Marketing Werks from 2004 to 2005.
Professional Philosophy
Laura Purdy advocates for maintaining a healthy work-life balance while prioritizing the needs of customers, clients, or students. She emphasizes the importance of respectful communication and integrity in professional settings. Inspired by HR strategist Meghan Biro, she views human resources as a core business function that is essential for strategic employee development.