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Jenny Lavey

Jenny Lavey is an HR strategist with 20+ years of experience helping teams lead better, communicate smarter, and actually enjoy work. She’s coached execs, wrangled chaos, and led change across industries—with business savvy, curiosity, and a slightly inappropriate sense of humor.

Jenny’s mission is simple: make work suck less. She’s all about building better bosses, making feedback less awkward, and asking the kind of questions that spark growth.

She holds a Master’s in Applied Communications, a Bachelor’s in Communications, is SPHR, CliftonStrengths, and 3 Vital Questions certified, and trained in Co-Active Coaching and Dare to Lead™.

When she’s not solving people puzzles, she’s outside running, lifting, or trying to pet every dog she sees.

www.risehumanresources.com
linkedin.com/in/jennylavey




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Sarah Bursten

Sarah Bursten is more than an HR Business Partner—she’s a catalyst for thriving organizations. With over a decade of experience, she helps teams perform at their best through strategic org design, employee engagement, and trusted employee relations. Known for her people-first approach, Sarah builds strong partnerships through culture assessments, leadership development, and performance coaching.

She’s a certified Co-Active Coach, Dare to Lead™ trained, SHRM-certified, and holds a Master’s in Organizational Leadership.

A cancer survivor and marathon runner, Sarah brings a purpose-driven mindset to every challenge—both in work and in life.

www.risehumanresources.com

linkedin.com/in/sarahbursten