Mize CPAs Welcomes Desiree LaForge as New HR Director

Mize CPAs is pleased to announce the appointment of Desiree LaForge, MBA, PHR, as the firm’s Director of Human Resources. With over a decade of experience in human resources management, employee engagement and organizational leadership, LaForge will oversee all aspects of human resources, focusing on talent development, workplace culture and employee support.

“We are delighted to have Desiree LaForge join the Mize CPAs team as our new HR director. Her extensive experience and dedication to fostering a positive workplace culture make her a perfect fit for our organization. I am confident that her leadership will help us continue to grow and support our employees in meaningful ways,” said James Hilbert, Managing Shareholder of Mize CPAs.

LaForge brings expertise in HR strategy, executive leadership, workplace culture and talent development. Most recently, she served as Chief People Officer at Free State Electric Cooperative.

“I am excited to join Mize CPAs and contribute to their dynamic team,” said LaForge. “The firm’s commitment to its employees and strong workplace culture immediately stood out to me. I look forward to collaborating with leadership and staff to enhance the employee experience and help shape the future of Mize.”

LaForge holds a degree in human resources management from Friends University and a master’s in business administration from Pittsburg State University. She is certified through the Human Resources Certification Institute and is an active member of the Topeka and Jayhawk chapters of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM).

Originally from Parsons, Kansas, LaForge now resides in the Lawrence, Kansas area. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, gardening, hiking and cooking and is a proud mother of two boys.