ERICA G. LAWRENCE
- •-• www.linkedin.com/in/ericaglawrence
SUMMARY
An innovative, action-oriented, thoughtful, and collaborative learning & development Program Manager
with a deep appreciation and understanding of adult learning and leadership development programs and
events seeking an opportunity where my passion for delivering results on-time and on-budget can be
combined with a love of learning and ability to create a close sense of community among clients and
colleagues.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Project Management
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Leadership Development & Coaching
Program Development
Stakeholder Management
Budgeting
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Engagement Manager
2022 – present
Harvard Business Publishing, Corporate Learning, Brighton, MA (remote in Harrisburg, PA)
Develop and lead the delivery of blended leadership development programs for the world’s leading
companies, working closely with our clients, educators, moderators, and colleagues through project
management, client relationship management, and client satisfaction to create rich, interactive learning
experiences that develop leaders who shape their organizations’ futures. Consult and collaborate with
clients to customize content and program curricula on topics such as strategy, collaboration, innovation,
leadership, and business acumen.
Associate Dean for Student Leadership & Campus Engagement (SLCE)
2019 – 2022
Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA
Served on the divisional leadership team and as departmental head to provide high impact strategic
planning, training, and overall management of organizational initiatives and goals. Planned, organized, and
coordinated 5-7 on-budget large-scale annual developmental programs. Conducted task and competency
analyses and used data to indicate increased learning and performance . Developed six direct reports and
managed their performance review process. Managed five divisional budget lines totaling six-figures.
Director of LGBTQ Services & College Dean
2014 – 2019
Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA
Supervised 5 employees and managed Social Justice Peer Educators. Oversaw all programmatic elements
of the office, including timeline creation and management; advertising and marketing; organization of
consistent compliance procedures; and quality control assurance. Acted as a primary support for
LGBTQIA+ students seeking informal and non-clinical interface. Managed a five-figure general operating
budget.
Director of Student Leadership & Campus Engagement
2008 – 2014
Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA
Provided leadership, training, and advisory support to the student programming board to execute largescale, campus-wide learning experiences. Worked as an advisor to the Student Senate, collaborating
closely on proper management of a six-figure budget. Managed three direct reports.
EDUCATION
Master of Arts – Counseling in Higher Education, University of Delaware, Newark DE
Bachelor of Arts – Sociology, Franklin & Marshall College, Lancaster, PA
(May 2008)
(May 2005)