I had the honor of photographing Laura Kiernan earlier this year.
After over 30 years building, leading and implementing investor relations and corporate strategies for Fortune 500, Russell 2000, and private companies, Laura founded and launched High Tough Investor Relations. Laura’s investor relations agency provides financial communications and strategic analysis for international and domestic clients.
But she didn’t stop there. Passionate about conscious capitalism and entrepreneurialism, Laura also created Raising Millions – the go-to community for early-stage underrepresented founders seeking to scale, fundraise, and grow their businesses – and is a Steward on the Council for Inclusive Capitalism.
Laura was so much fun to photograph. She brought the same passion that she brings to her business to the headshot session!
About Alissa
Alissa Randall is a portrait photographer based in New Jersey and New York City, known for creating images that feel both elevated and deeply personal. While professional headshots remain a cornerstone of her work, her photography has grown to include personal branding, women’s empowerment, family connection sessions, and expressive portraits of dogs and the people who love them.
Her approach blends editorial artistry with empathy and guidance, helping people feel comfortable enough to be fully seen in front of the camera. Whether photographing an executive, an entrepreneur, a family, or a beloved dog, Alissa creates photographs that reflect more than appearance. They reflect presence, personality, connection, and story.
Alissa photographs in NJ, NYC, and on location beyond the tri-state area. Explore more of her work on the homepage and discover stories behind the images on the blog.