Dawn La Plante
About Dawn La Plante
Dawn La Plante serves as the Director of Human Resources at EVgo, bringing over two decades of experience in various HR leadership roles across multiple companies. Her background includes significant positions at VeriFone, PowerSchool Group LLC, and Rimini Street, among others, where she focused on compliance, employee engagement, and program management.
Current Role at EVgo
Dawn La Plante serves as the Director of Human Resources at EVgo, a position she has held since 2023. Her role involves overseeing HR functions and strategies to support the organization’s goals. Located in Sacramento, California, she operates in a remote capacity, focusing on enhancing employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Dawn La Plante has extensive experience in human resources across various organizations. She worked at VeriFone as Vice President of Human Resources for 15 years, from 1998 to 2013. Following that, she held the position of VP of Human Resources at PowerSchool Group LLC from 2017 to 2022. Additionally, she served as VP of Global Human Resources at Rimini Street and Nanometrics, contributing to HR strategies and compliance.
Educational Background
Dawn La Plante earned her Master's degree in Human Resources from the University of San Francisco, where she studied from 1997 to 1999. Earlier, she completed her Bachelor's degree in Human Resources at Oakland University, attending from 1982 to 1985. Her educational background provides a foundation for her extensive career in human resources management.
Expertise in Compliance and Program Management
Dawn La Plante possesses significant expertise in ensuring compliance with SOX and audit requirements, as well as local and international regulations. She has a strong track record in program management, including Mergers & Acquisitions and critical project management. Her experience includes working closely with Compensation Committees to align HR practices with organizational objectives.
Focus on Employee Engagement
Dawn La Plante emphasizes the importance of a sustainably engaged workforce. She focuses on educating employees and management about the organizational benefits of engagement. Her approach aligns HR strategies with business needs, ensuring that the workforce is motivated and aligned with the company's goals.