About Steven
Steven Blau is a seasoned human resources executive and organizational leader with extensive experience in talent strategy, leadership development, workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness. He recently retired as Vice President of Human Resources at Travelers, where he played a key role in developing people-centered strategies supporting business growth and organizational performance.
Throughout his career, Steven worked at the intersection of business strategy and talent development, helping organizations attract, retain, and develop high-performing teams. His leadership experience spans workforce planning, succession management, diversity and inclusion, employee relations, change management, and executive coaching.
As an Executive in Residence, Steven brings practical insight into human capital leadership, organizational development, and the future of work. He helps students understand how people strategies drive business success across industries.
Through guest lectures, mentoring, panel discussions, networking, and academic collaboration, Steven supports student leadership, career advancement, workforce readiness, and professional development.
Areas of Expertise
- Human Resources Leadership
- Workforce & Succession Planning
- Talent Acquisition & Retention
- Organizational Effectiveness
- Leadership Development
- Change Management
- Employee Engagement
- Executive Coaching & Mentoring