
About Work2080
Work2080 is a fractional HR consulting firm based in Chicago, dedicated to offering customized support to small & medium-sized businesses, emerging start-ups, and nonprofits through every stage of the employee life cycle.
We are committed to providing insightful guidance and steadfast support as you build your organizational culture and people processes.
At Work2080, we believe there’s both an art and science to HR. While compliance, laws, and best practices are critical, we recognize that effective human resources also require navigating the nuanced areas of people management. This is where our expertise comes in. We’re here to help you find that perfect balance, ensuring your HR strategy is not only compliant but also tailored to your unique organizational needs.
There are 2080 work hours in a year, let us help you maximize that time!
About Laurie Skurow
Founder and HR Advisor
With nearly two decades of experience, Laurie specializes in optimizing HR strategies that reduce organizational risk and strengthen teams.
A University of Michigan graduate with a focus on organizational behavior, Laurie was the first employee at Industrious, a leading coworking real estate firm, where she built their HR vertical from the ground up. Prior to launching Work2080, she was a Senior HR Consultant for a Bay Area firm, supporting tech startups, retail companies, and non-profits.
Through Work2080, Laurie demonstrates the value of investing in human capital by providing a high-touch approach as a trusted advisor to the clients she supports.