Belva Lahart

Belva Lahart, Chatfield's Director of Human Resource Services, is an accomplished Consultant who has over 20 years of HR generalist experience. She has worked with both private and public organizations and has experience working with both union and non-union organizations. Belva is proficient in various HR disciplines such as compliance, policies, employee relations, performance management, and recruiting at the Corporate and Division levels. She has worked across a variety of industries, with a particular focus on manufacturing, finance, and advertising. Belva has also played a key role in mergers and acquisitions, leading successful transitions through all aspects of the HR process including due diligence, integration, and stakeholder management. Belva is passionate about building personal connections with people, and the relationships she fosters are her favorite aspect of this career.

Belva holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from Drake University and a Masters in Human Resources Management and Development from National-Louis University. When she is not working, Belva enjoys spending time with her family and playing golf.