I am pleased to share my professional biography, which reflects my journey as a Certified Professional Ergonomist, occupational health leader, educator, and consultant. Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to helping organizations improve workplace safety, reduce injury risk, enhance employee well-being, and create sustainable business outcomes across industries including healthcare, manufacturing, construction, transportation, and insurance. I am grateful for the opportunities to work alongside exceptional professionals, mentor future leaders, and contribute to advancing the field of ergonomics.

I'm excited to share my professional journey, reflecting nearly three decades dedicated to enhancing workplace safety and human capital development. My experiences across various industries have shaped my approach to fostering environments where safety and productivity thrive together. Here is my biography.

I'm excited to share my professional executive biography, which highlights my journey across occupational health, board leadership, and entrepreneurship. My focus has always been on creating safe, efficient, and thriving workplaces.

Laura Parnell is a retired ergonomics and human factors expert with over 30 years of experience in workplace safety, risk assessment, and safety management systems—most notably during her 23-year tenure at ExxonMobil. Known for her analytical thinking and calm leadership style, she played a key role in designing and implementing global ergonomic strategies that improved employee well-being and operational efficiency. With international experience spanning seven countries and a strong foundation in cognitive psychology and geology, Laura brings a rare blend of scientific insight and real-world application. Now actively seeking board or advisory roles, she is eager to contribute her knowledge, global perspective, and strategic mindset to organizations committed to safety, innovation, and excellence.