Biography
Traci Austin, MPA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, ACC, is a transformational leadership strategist and the Founder & Chief Talent Officer of Elevated Talent Consulting. She is the authority on HR and leadership for the trades, helping construction and skilled trades businesses build high-performing teams and develop the next generation of trade leaders.
With over 20 years of experience in HR leadership and workforce development, Traci has made it her mission to fix the leadership gap in the trades. She partners with business owners, project managers, and field leaders to tackle their biggest hiring, retention, and training challenges—equipping them with the tools to lead with confidence, build engaged teams, and create workplaces where people want to stay.
A dynamic speaker and sought-after advisor, Traci delivers no-fluff, high-impact leadership insights designed for the realities of the trades. Whether it’s teaching foremen how to handle tough conversations or showing business owners how to create a culture that attracts top talent, she provides practical strategies that work on the job site—not just in theory.
As the host of The People Strategy Podcast, Traci brings trade leaders real-world solutions through conversations with top industry experts. Each episode delivers straightforward, actionable insights on leadership, HR, and workforce trends, helping trade businesses stay ahead in an evolving industry.
With a proven track record of helping trade leaders build stronger teams and more profitable businesses, Traci is the go-to expert for companies that want to elevate their leadership and create a future-proof workforce in the trades.