Laura Graf

Laura Graf

Chief People and Legal Officer

Known for bringing a practical perspective to solving problems while creating opportunities, Laura brings more than two decades of real estate law experience and leadership to her role as Ryan’s Chief People and Legal Officer. As Chief People and Legal Officer, Laura oversees the human resources team; leading recruiting, learning and development, DE&I and HR operations, as well as the legal affairs of the company; covering issues ranging from real estate development, environmental functions, and construction law to risk management and dispute resolution. She also provides counsel on Ryan’s overall business strategies and their implementation, along with compliance matters and corporate governance. Laura serves as a trusted advisor to members of our leadership team and the Board of Directors. With her collaborative approach and attention to detail, Laura’s leadership, real estate expertise and overall knowledge of Ryan’s business is instrumental in our company’s success. These characteristics along with her passion for people and culture make her an ideal leader. 


Affiliations & Memberships

National Association of Industrial and Office Parks (NAIOP)
Minnesota Commercial Real Estate Women (MNCREW)
Board of Trustees, Dunwoody College of Technology

We don't just build buildings, we build stories.

At Ryan Companies, we have the privilege of creating the spaces where people live their lives. Whether it's their residence, their place of work, or the space where they come to play, these are places where people thrive. And as experts in construction and commercial real estate, our creativity is fueled by your story. Together, we build value, build communities and build the backdrops for life.

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