About Our Director

Laura McClintock assumed the role of Director of Professional and Occupational Regulation in January of 2026.  Ms. McClintock has previously served in senior executive agency leadership roles at the U.S. Department of Labor focused on worker protection policies, enforcement, regulations, and stakeholder outreach.  As Deputy Assistant Secretary for Mine Safety and Health (MSHA), she focused on IT modernization and operational improvements to enhance the enforcement of safety and health standards for the nation's miners. 

In addition to public sector experience, Ms. McClintock has held leadership roles in the private sector, non-profit organizations, and several issue campaigns.  Most recently, she served on the leadership team of a federal IT company helping to align operations and employee offerings with rapid growth. 

Ms. McClintock holds a master's degree in public administration from the University of Washington in Seattle, and she earned a bachelor's degree at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Go Dukes!