Lawrence Ferrara

As a dynamic and forward-thinking Chief Learning Officer, Lawrence Ferrara brings over two decades of experience leading enterprise learning strategies that align with business transformation, culture change, and performance acceleration. At Alvarez & Marsal, he has built and led a global learning function from the ground up, designing scalable, high-impact development programs for leaders at every level and embedding learning into the fabric of a high-performance, client-centric culture.His leadership philosophy centers on curiosity, adaptability, and results—translating organizational goals into learning experiences that build capability, spark innovation, and unlock individual and team potential. He partners closely with senior executives to shape future-ready talent strategies, leveraging data, technology, and behavioral science to foster continuous learning at scale.Whether developing global leadership academies, architecting digital learning ecosystems, or guiding DEI and change enablement efforts, he is a builder by nature—with a passion for making learning a competitive advantage. He looks forward to serve as a board member towards strategic impact, enabling equitable access to learning, and helping underrepresented students across NJ thrive with STEM education.