Advanced IT Concepts, LLC (Advanced IT) has announced the promotion of Laura Faulkner-Rodahaver, SHRM-CP, to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective immediately. In this executive role, Faulkner-Rodahaver will lead the human resources function across the organization’s multiple states and global locations, reporting directly to the CEO.
As CHRO, Faulkner-Rodahaver is responsible for the company’s comprehensive human capital strategy, including strategic labor negotiations, workforce planning, organizational design, and leadership development. Her mission is to champion transparency and lean operations while improving the quality of employees’ lives through creative and sustainable HR functions.
“Laura has been a trusted partner and a visionary leader since joining our team, aligning our HR strategy with the executive vision to support our national security and defense missions,” says Juan Navarro, CEO of Advanced IT. “Her expertise in managing complex business integrations and fostering inclusive workplace cultures is essential as we continue to scale our operations globally.”
Faulkner-Rodahaver brings over 20 years of experience to the C-suite, with a proven track record in mergers and acquisitions, change management, and building critical relationships across all organizational levels. Since joining the company in March 2024, she has successfully led HR initiatives for market-leading delivery of IT services to federal, state, and local government agencies.
“I am honored to step into the role of CHRO at such a transformative time for Advanced IT,” says Faulkner-Rodahaver. “Our people are our most important asset, and I am committed to building on our award-winning innovation by cultivating a dynamic environment where every teammate can thrive and contribute to our collective mission success.”
Faulkner-Rodahaver holds a BS in Business Administration/Management from Florida Southern College and is a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP). Her experience includes high-level leadership roles at HDT Global and Domo Tactical Communications (DTC), where she managed HR initiatives for both North American and EU divisions.
