Lora Poepping

PRESIDENT PLUM COACHING & HR CONSULTING | FEMALE ENTREPRENEUR | HR CONSULTING | OUTPLACEMENT | JOB & CAREER SERVCES

Lora Poepping is the President and founder of Plum Coaching & HR Consulting, a firm established in 2011 that specializes in job search coaching, career coaching, resume and LinkedIn profile development, outplacement services, and human resources consulting. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including C-suite executives, recent college graduates, non-profits, and governmental agencies across the western United States.1 2

Professional Background

Career at Plum Coaching & HR Consulting::

Founded in 2011, Plum Coaching offers tailored services to meet the unique needs of clients ranging from individual coaching to HR consulting for small and medium-sized businesses.2
The firm emphasizes a compassionate and professional approach, with a team boasting over 50 years of combined HR and staffing expertise.1

Previous Experience::

Before establishing Plum Coaching, Lora served as a Diversity Program Manager at Microsoft from 2008 to 2009. In this role, she developed strategies for enhancing diversity within the company’s finance organization and facilitated onboarding processes for new leaders.2
She also held the position of Regional Director of Recruiting at Coopers & Lybrand, where she revamped campus recruiting efforts, significantly improving candidate acceptance rates.2

Educational Background

Lora Poepping is an alumna of Indiana University Bloomington. Her educational background has complemented her extensive professional experience in human resources and coaching.2

Expertise and Contributions

Lora is known for her expertise in:

Job Search Strategies: Providing guidance on optimizing LinkedIn profiles and job search techniques.
Career Transition Coaching: Assisting individuals in navigating career changes effectively.
Human Resources Consulting: Offering strategic advice to organizations on HR practices.1 2 5

In addition to her consulting work, Lora actively shares insights on LinkedIn about career development and job searching strategies, reflecting her commitment to helping others succeed professionally.3 4