hr that protects and scales your business.

We build solid HR foundations designed for your unique company, giving you peace of mind that your business is protected, ensuring sustainable growth, and helping you avoid costly inefficiencies.

Learning HR shouldn’t be on your founder’s bingo card, let us handle it all while you focus on building your business.

Hi! I'm Danielle Laurent

CEO of Founder’s HR Lab.

At Founder's HR Lab, we provide Fractional CHRO services and HR project consulting to startups and scale ups, taking HR off your plate entirely so you can focus on what you love, building and growing your business! We’re more than just an HR service provider we seamlessly integrate to be a part of your team, acting as your trusted partners, ready to handle the people side of things with care and expertise.

Forget the HR headaches and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with our executive-level support, all without the hefty full-time price. We’re here to guide and protect your business, ensuring compliance and fostering a thriving work environment. With us as part of your team, you can focus on innovation and scaling to new heights!

our services

  • fractional chro

    Part-time HR leadership with full-time impact. We manage HR complexities, ensure compliance, and build strong HR foundations without the cost or commitment of a full-time executive.

  • one-off hr projects

    Custom HR solutions for critical projects. From developing performance management programs to integrating new HR technologies, we ensure your projects are managed effectively from start to finish.

  • HR Team Ramp-Up

    Quickly train your HR staff to become trusted advisors. We provide the expertise needed to align HR goals with business objectives, ensuring your team is prepared to support your company’s growth.

  • HR Power Hour

    Flexible, high-impact consultations for immediate HR needs. Get executive-level input and solutions to address your urgent HR questions and challenges.

Testimonials

  • Danielle was a great asset to the team, enthusiastic, thoughtful, well organized, and on point with her recommendations and the hires she made. She helped shepherd the growth of the company culture and was a capable member of the leadership team. A great partner for any team that brings her aboard!

    Martin Roesch - CEO, Netography

  • Danielle brings a genuine warmth and caring to the daily challenges of being a People Ops leader. She handled several growth/change initiatives with nuance and professionalism. I could always rely on her as a trusted advisor who maintained the employee's well-being front and center. I hope we get the chance to work together again soon!

    Imran Mahmood - Regional Director of Sales

  • Danielle has been an inspiration for building a strong culture for a large and fast growing corporation. Ms. Laurent is articulate, well-read, empathetic and exhibits exceptional leadership amongst the organization. She has the foresight to see months into the future for strategic planning and resourcing, with enthusiasm beyond expectations.

    Angela Lambert - Director of Operations

  • Danielle possesses a strong ability to quickly build relationships and communicate with any level of a candidate. Great eye for talent and excellent perception during the interview process as well as closing and negotiating candidates. Looking forward to a continued partnership.

    Curt Weigel - Principal Recruiter at Jobot, Strategic Partner

  • I was impressed by Danielle's ability to take the traditional HR mindset and practices and bring them to the modern era of People Operations! She operates in a people-centric mindset, always striving for clear, concise communication that aligns with the tone and culture of the company. She fosters a culture of innovation and opens the gate for new ideas to come to light.

    Kayla LaGatutta - People Operations Manager, Former Direct Report

  • Danielle possesses a rare combination of vision and execution. Her strategic insights and ability to translate high-level objectives into actionable plans were instrumental in achieving key milestones. Her leadership style encourages creativity and innovation, fostering a dynamic and forward-thinking team.

    Alec Fleming - Technical Recruiter, Former Direct Report

case studies

  • Revitalizing Employee Engagement and Recognition

    An IT company with 250 employees was struggling with high turnover, low morale, and a lack of employee referrals. We implemented a robust employee engagement program through BambooHR, introduced a face-to-face pulse check cadence to track employee satisfaction, and rolled out a public recognition program using Bucketlist. This program allowed employees and managers to publicly reward good work, boosting morale and creating a culture of appreciation. To further enhance the impact, we integrated the recognition program with the company’s referral process, encouraging employees to refer candidates by publicly acknowledging and rewarding successful referrals.

    The result? Employee satisfaction improved from 70% to 90%, referrals increased by 80%, turnover rates decreased, and the company enjoyed a more motivated and cohesive workforce.

  • Optimizing Benefits to Save Over $150K Annually

    A growing startup was overspending on benefits that didn’t align with employee needs. By conducting an employee benefits survey and analyzing benefits utilization, we identified which offerings were most valued and realigned the benefits package accordingly, saving over $100K annually. Additionally, we uncovered the need to relocate the company’s benefits HQ, which saved another $50K per year, ensuring long-term financial sustainability and a scalable benefits plan for future growth.

    The result? Over $150K in annual savings, a benefits plan that aligns with employee needs, and a more sustainable operation for future growth.

  • Managing a Compassionate and Compliant Reduction in Force

    A fully remote company with 80+ employees needed to downsize due to a strategic shift. We managed the entire RIF process, ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions and developing tailored severance packages. By providing transition support services and coaching managers for termination meetings, we maintained respect and compassion throughout. Our communication strategy kept employees informed, which helped avoid legal issues, maintain productivity, and prevent costly disruptions.

    The result? Zero legal issues, maintained productivity, and a smooth transition with minimal disruptions.

  • Defining Mission, Vision, and Values for Organizational Alignment

    A remote tech startup needed to define its mission, vision, and values to align its growing team. We facilitated leadership workshops and engaged the entire company in the values creation process. These workshops were designed to be interactive and fun, allowing employees to learn more about each other and truly value the work they do. This process ensured buy-in at every level and strengthened team connections. The resulting core principles were then integrated into every HR initiative, ensuring the values were utilized throughout the organization.

    The result? A unified team with a clear direction, reduced inefficiencies, and a strong, values-driven culture that fostered collaboration and mutual respect.

  • HR Assessment With 300k worth of recommendations

    A well-established company requested an HR assessment during a high-growth phase. Despite having an HR employee in place, critical multi-state compliance issues were uncovered that could have led to significant financial penalties. Recommendations to restructure the HR function and reduce reliance on multiple vendors, identified a potential savings of over $300K annually while ensuring compliance.

    The result? Our recommendations identified over $300K in potential savings, highlighted the path to full compliance across multiple states, and outlined steps for a more efficient HR operation.

  • Enhancing Performance Management: Building a Culture of Ongoing Feedback

    A growing tech company needed better alignment between employee efforts and business goals. We implemented a custom performance management system centered around regular 1:1 meetings, which became the backbone of the company’s performance culture. We implemented Lattice as a people engagement tool, and used it to tailor performance cycles to align with employee development and company objectives. Employees were trained to leverage feedback effectively for their professional growth, while managers gained real-time insights through custom dashboards.

    The result? Improved productivity, clear development pathways for employees, and seamless alignment between individual performance and company-wide objectives.

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If this is you:

“I need real HR expertise, but I’m not ready to commit to hiring a full-time exec.”

“We are growing fast, I can’t afford for HR to be a blocker.”

“I didn’t start this company to learn how to do HR myself.”

“Compliance with HR regulations worries me.”

“I want an HR advisor I can trust to guide our strategy.”

“Our team’s well-being and a thriving workplace is important to me.”

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