SPOKANE, Wash. – February 25, 2025 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Qualterra is pleased to announce the appointment of Heather Murray as its new Senior Director of Human Resources. With more than two decades of experience in human capital strategy, organizational development, and leadership excellence, Murray will be instrumental in shaping Qualterra’s people strategy to drive growth, engagement, and operational effectiveness.
Murray joins Qualterra following an accomplished career leading HR initiatives at Premera Blue Cross, PeopleAdmin (a PowerSchool company), and Gonzaga University. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a commitment to fostering a high-performance culture, driving business transformation, and championing innovative HR practices that align with organizational goals.
“We are thrilled to welcome Heather to the Qualterra leadership team,” said Mike Werner, CEO of Qualterra. “Her strategic vision, expertise in workforce management, and passion for building strong, inclusive workplaces make her the ideal leader to support our growing team. As we continue to expand and innovate, Heather’s leadership will be crucial in ensuring our employees thrive and our company culture remains strong.”
At Qualterra, Murray will focus on talent acquisition and retention, organizational design, and leadership development, ensuring alignment with the company’s mission to advance sustainable agricultural technologies. Her expertise in change management, performance optimization, and strategic HR initiatives will enhance Qualterra’s ability to attract and retain top talent while fostering a dynamic and engaged workforce.
“I am excited to join Qualterra at such a pivotal time in its journey,” said Murray. “Qualterra’s commitment to agriculture and sustainability aligns perfectly with my passion for building people-centric organizations that drive business success. I look forward to partnering with the leadership team to enhance employee engagement, develop talent strategies, and create an inclusive and high-performing workplace.”
Murray holds a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources Management from Eastern Washington University. She has been actively involved in HR leadership and professional development communities, including the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR), and has been a speaker on strategic HR transformation at national conferences.
As Qualterra continues to scale and drive sustainable impact, the addition of Heather Murray to its leadership team underscores the company’s commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
About Qualterra:
Qualterra is committed to delivering innovations for agriculture and sustainability. Qualterra’s platform of commercialized technologies follow a plant life cycle from molecular plant testing and breeding support to propagation and nursery products through biomass waste processing and biochar production. Qualterra, headquartered in Washington State, USA, has three commercial facilities located in the main agricultural production area of the state. Learn more about Qualterra at: www.qualterraag.com.