Laura Dear
About Laura Dear
Laura Dear serves as the Director of Client Development at Spencer Stuart, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in library services and information management, she has held various roles at Spencer Stuart and other organizations, earning recognition for her professional excellence.
Current Role at Spencer Stuart
Laura Dear currently holds the position of Director, Client Development at Spencer Stuart. She has been in this role since 2020, contributing to the firm's growth and client engagement strategies. In her capacity, she specializes in Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and executive compensation, playing a key role in aligning client needs with Spencer Stuart's services.
Career History at Spencer Stuart
Laura Dear has a long history with Spencer Stuart, having worked there in various capacities since 2000. She began as an Internet Knowledge Specialist, progressing to Manager of Library Services, and then to Senior Manager of Library Services. From 2008 to 2019, she served as Director of Global Information Services. Her extensive experience at Spencer Stuart has equipped her with a deep understanding of the firm's operations and client needs.
Previous Experience in Library Services
Before joining Spencer Stuart, Laura Dear worked as the Head of Public Services at the Texas Medical Association from 1996 to 1999. She also served as an assistant law librarian for the Seventh Circuit Court in Maryland. These roles provided her with a solid foundation in library services and information management, which she later applied in her positions at Spencer Stuart.
Educational Background
Laura Dear earned her Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS) from The University of Texas at Austin, where she studied from 1992 to 1993. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English from the same institution, completed between 1986 and 1991. Her educational background supports her expertise in library and information science.
Awards and Recognition
In 2011, Laura Dear received the Lou Reiger Quality Award for her outstanding work and professional excellence at Spencer Stuart. This recognition highlights her commitment to quality and her contributions to the firm over the years.