Dr. Laura Hills has accomplished many things over a distinguished 30-year career, but defines herself first and foremost as an educator. She uses a variety of modalities to teach adult learners how to advance their careers, increase their skills, and find greater fulfillment and reward in their work. She is the president of Blue Pencil Institute, a firm in Fairfax Virginia that provides personal professional development for career professionals. Dr. Hills is the author of six books and hundreds of articles. She is a popular public speaker for professional associations and conferences and is well known for her lively and experiential seminars and workshops.

Blue Pencil Institute is a personal and professional development firm for career professionals. It offers programs, products, and coaching to help career professionals to accelerate their careers, become more effective and productive, and find greater fulfillment and reward in their work.