Influential Women Recognizes Laura Kellers Queen, Ed.D., as a Transformative Leader in Human Capital Strategy
Laura Kellers Queen, Ed.D., is the Founder and CEO of 29Bison, a certified B Corp and human capital consultancy that specializes in mergers and acquisitions for middle-market companies. With a career rooted in human resources and administration in various business sectors, Laura discovered her passion for integrating people strategy into the M&A process, helping organizations unlock the true value of their workforce. Under her leadership, 29Bison has guided investors and portfolio companies through due diligence, value optimization, and post-transaction services, ensuring that human capital is recognized as the “most significant value creation opportunity in a largely intangible economy.” Her work balances data-driven analysis with a strengths-based, people-centered approach, aligning leadership, culture, and organizational design to create lasting value.
Laura holds a Doctorate in Human and Organizational Learning from The George Washington University (Washington, DC), an MSA in Human Resources Administration from West Chester University (West Chester, PA), and a BA in Industrial Organizational Psychology from Moravian College (Bethlehem, PA).
A recognized thought leader, Laura is also an author, podcaster, speaker, and educator. She has published works including People Economics: Defining and Measuring the True Value of Human Capital, hosts the podcast How the Deal Was Done, and contributes regularly to professional journals on leadership, value creation, and human capital strategy. In addition to leading 29Bison, Laura serves as adjunct faculty at Moravian University and participates on multiple boards, sharing her expertise in human capital management, organizational design, and strategic leadership. Her dedication to mentorship, teaching, and public speaking reflects her commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders.
Laura attributes her success entirely to curiosity. She believes it drives her to explore new ideas, ask questions, and continuously learn. By staying curious, Laura approaches challenges with an open mind and uncovers opportunities that others might overlook. When asked what advice she would give to young women entering her industry, she emphasizes the importance of following one’s passion. Laura notes that the world is constantly evolving, and developing expertise across multiple areas is essential to staying ahead. She cautions that pursuing work that doesn’t bring joy can quickly become draining, stressing that loving what you do is a key ingredient for long-term success.
She also encourages young women to walk through the doors that open for them. Opportunities often arrive in unexpected ways, and one can never predict where they might lead. In Laura’s view, the idea of a single “brass ring” no longer exists—success comes from a combination of curiosity, courage, and a willingness to explore the possibilities in front of you. She advises keeping eyes open and being ready to step through doors as they appear.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Laura is deeply invested in her community and personal pursuits. She volunteers with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and Cradles to Crayons, cultivates a certified wildlife habitat, supports initiatives for pollinators, and restoration of bison herds and native grasslands. She enjoys gardening, cooking, cycling, camping, music, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Laura Kellers Queen’s approach to life and work—combining curiosity, compassion, and strategic insight—has earned her recognition as a transformative leader in human capital, creating impact not only within businesses but across the broader communities she serves.
Learn More about Laura Kellers Queen:
Through her Influential Women profile, https://influentialwomen.com/connect/laura-queen
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