Stephanie Hand

Steph Hand, Chief Human Resources Officer and Shareholder, began her career in 1998. After nearly two decades of building Lutz's internal HR function, she established and now leads the firm's Outsourced HR and Consulting services. Her vision and leadership have been instrumental in shaping both Lutz's award-winning culture and its comprehensive HR offerings.

Leveraging her background in communication and leadership development, she helps small and mid-sized businesses in all industries build thriving workplaces. She provides customized HR strategies that align with business goals while fostering strong, people-centric cultures. Steph values creating practical solutions that help organizations develop and retain talent while driving sustainable growth.

At Lutz, Steph puts people first through her positive, action-oriented leadership style. Her ability to activate new ideas while maintaining focus on employee well-being has established Lutz as a leader in workplace culture. As the architect of the firm's HR practices, she continues to shape how businesses approach their most valuable asset - their people.

Steph lives in Omaha, NE, with her husband and kids. Outside the office, she can be found spending time with family and friends and traveling to Arizona.