Desiree LaForge brings a wealth of experience, enthusiasm, and a passion for people to her role as Human Resources Director at Mize CPAs. With a strong professional background and a commitment to fostering employee engagement and community involvement, Desiree is dedicated to creating a thriving workplace culture. Her diverse experience includes HR Outsourcing, Strategic Innovation, and Executive leadership. She brings knowledge in strategic HR initiatives, executive leadership, and fostering positive work environments, making her a perfect fit for #TeamMize.
Professional:
Jayhawk Chapter of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)
Topeka Chapter of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)
Human Resources Certification Institute
Education:
Bachelor’s in Human Resources Management – Friends University
Master’s in Business Administration – Pittsburg State University
Community:
Ronald McDonald House Charities (organized employee participation)
Race Against Breast Cancer (organized employee participation)
Personal:
Desiree enjoys spending time outdoors gardening, hiking, and cooking. She’s also a proud mom to her two sons, Watson and Kash.