Laura Hammond
About Laura Hammond
Laura Hammond serves as the Director of Corporate Facilities at Inspire Brands, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in facilities management, having held positions at Georgia Tech, Mercedes-Benz USA, and Mace Macro.
Current Role at Inspire Brands
Laura Hammond serves as the Director of Corporate Facilities at Inspire Brands, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees the management of corporate facilities, ensuring efficient operations and strategic planning. Her responsibilities include budgeting, operations management, and implementing sustainability initiatives within the corporate environment. Hammond's leadership contributes to the effective design and management of corporate headquarters, aligning with the company's goals.
Previous Experience in Facilities Management
Prior to her current role, Laura Hammond held several positions in facilities management. She worked at Mace Macro as Facilities Manager for Invesco Global Headquarters from 2013 to 2015. Before that, she was the Facilities Manager at Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, she served as Department Manager for Corporate Asset Management at Mercedes-Benz USA from 2015 to 2019. These roles provided her with extensive experience in managing corporate facilities and developing strategic operational plans.
Educational Background in Facility Management
Laura Hammond earned a Master of Science in Building Construction and Facility Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology, completing her studies from 2007 to 2009. She also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Management from the University of Georgia's Terry College of Business, where she studied from 1997 to 2001. Her educational background equips her with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective facilities management.
Professional Development and Mentorship
In addition to her formal education, Laura Hammond participated in the Pathbuilders Achieva program as a mentee in the 2017 class. This experience, which lasted for 11 months, provided her with valuable mentorship and professional development opportunities in the Greater Atlanta Area. This involvement highlights her commitment to continuous learning and growth within her field.
Skills and Areas of Expertise
Laura Hammond possesses strong skills in budgeting and operations management, essential for her role in corporate facilities management. She has expertise in sustainability and procurement, focusing on integrating these elements into corporate facilities. Her strategic planning capabilities enable her to design and manage corporate headquarters effectively, contributing to the overall success of the organizations she has worked with.