Kate Lamb
39 | Director of People and Purpose, SunCommon
Residence: Washington
Career highlight you are most proud of.
Being able to enhance people’s lives through access to quality employment. Human resources is challenging, but rewarding work.
Community involvement.
I serve as the secretary for the Morristown Centennial Library Board of Trustees. Libraries are critical resources for ourcommunities and I’m incredibly proud of the programming and initiatives the library has offered over mytime on the board.This year I joined the Vermont State HR Council and I’ve loved digging into the professional communitythat is offered through the council and vast network of amazing HR people doing stellar work of theirorganizations.
Motivation for living and working in Vermont.
I couldn’t imagine any other place to raise my daughter; she loves every part of Vermont. It’s a special place. I’m dedicated to doing work both professionally and in communities that make Vermont even better.
Favorite part of your job.
The people I get to work with; our team is incredible. Everyone plays a vital role in the fight for climate change. They make me proud every day.
Most inspiring mentors.
The managers I worked with in my first dedicated HR role. They were both strong professional women, with a thoughtful approach to every situation, who encouraged my growth. I often still pause to think, “What would Dana or Donna do?“
Best career advice you have received.
Be yourself.
Something fun about yourself that few people know.
I’m getting my pilot’s license.
Three words that best describe you.
Observant, compassionate and insightful.
Favorite Vermont escape.
Atop Mt. Mansfield on a fresh powder day.
Favorite downtime activity.
Anything on our mountains (ski, ride, mountain bike, hike) or cozied up with a good book.
Favorite social media.
Intagram. I get tons of inspiration for travel and stained-glass art.
Person you would most like to share a Vermont beverage with.
Michelle Obama.
Causes you would support if you had unlimited access to funds.
Ending hunger, education and climate change.
Where you see yourself professionally in the next five to 10 years?
Supporting people to access improved quality of life through employment and resources.
