Foley Welcomes Laura Stapleton as Vice President of People
On September 3, 2025, Foley, a prominent name in compliance and monitoring solutions for commercial fleets, announced the addition of Laura Stapleton as the new Vice President of People. This strategic appointment is aimed at elevating Foley's commitment to fostering a thriving workplace culture while aligning employee development closely with the company's growth trajectory.
Laura Stapleton arrives at Foley with extensive experience in human resources, particularly in high-paced SaaS and technology settings. Her career has been marked by key leadership roles at several renowned companies, including Engine, Mirakl, Litmus, and Bullhorn. At these organizations, she successfully built high-performance teams driven by a shared set of values, granting her insights into the effective alignment of talent strategy with broader business goals.
As the inaugural VP of People at Engine, Stapleton played a pivotal role in steering global HR initiatives amidst significant organizational expansion. At Mirakl, she further honed her skills in scaling talent acquisition across the Americas and APAC regions following a major investment for growth. Her expertise reflects a solid foundation in constructing people-oriented systems that promote organizational culture, agility, and innovation.
Joel Sitak, the CEO of Foley, expressed enthusiasm about Stapleton's appointment, stating, "Laura's arrival marks a pivotal moment for Foley. Her leadership will be instrumental as we scale our organization, enhance our software platform, and empower our people in a world increasingly shaped by AI. She knows how to create environments where teams feel challenged, supported, and deeply connected to the mission."
In her new role, Stapleton will embark on several key initiatives aimed at advancing the organizational culture:
- - Scaling Culture with Intent: She will implement systems focused on agility, continuous learning, and professional development to ensure that the company’s culture evolves in sync with its ambitious goals.
- - Future-Ready Talent Development: Laura will prioritize preparing teams to embrace AI and cultivate curiosity-driven leadership.
- - Building Trust and Connectivity: Establishing a seamless connectivity framework across teams and geographical locations will be a key focus.
- - SaaS-Scaling Expertise: Leveraging her background in SaaS, she aims to strengthen recruiting practices, retention strategies, and organizational design.
Stapleton's induction into Foley signifies a broader commitment to not only being a leader in safety-sensitive industries but also in establishing an enriching workplace environment. Their corporate values—Teammateship, Grit, and Innovation—will serve as the foundation for Stapleton's strategies designed to enhance employee experiences.
About Foley
Foley operates as a cutting-edge SaaS platform redefining the recruitment and compliance landscape for safety-sensitive sectors. Catering to a diverse range of clients, from independent owner-operators to enterprises boasting extensive mixed fleets, Foley empowers industries such as transportation, construction, distribution, and utilities. The company's comprehensive platform simplifies hiring and compliance processes, providing crucial insights and automation to elevate industry standards.
The primary mission at Foley is simple yet profound: to guide clients toward achieving clear performance outcomes, bolstered by insightful data and relentless innovation. To discover more about Foley and its offerings, visit
foley.io.