Laurie Morra
About Laurie Morra
Laurie Morra is the Site Learning Leader at General Mills in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, with extensive experience in training and development roles across various organizations.
Current Role at General Mills
Laurie Morra currently serves as the Site Learning Leader at General Mills, working in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. She began this role in April 2022. In this capacity, she oversees learning and development initiatives for the site, ensuring that training programs align with organizational goals and effectively address the needs of employees.
Previous Roles at General Mills
Before her current position, Laurie Morra worked at General Mills as the Technical Training Leader from 2020 to 2022, also based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. During her tenure as Technical Training Leader, she focused on developing and implementing technical training programs that enhanced the skills and competencies of the workforce.
Leadership Experience at Schwan Cosmetics USA
Laurie Morra has significant experience at Schwan Cosmetics USA, where she held multiple leadership roles. From 2016 to 2020, she was the Manager of Training, Development, and Employee Engagement. Prior to that, she worked as a Training Specialist from 2014 to 2016. Her roles at Schwan Cosmetics USA involved managing the company's training programs and employee engagement initiatives, which were crucial in fostering a productive and motivated workforce.
Consulting and Development Background
Laurie Morra has extensive experience in consulting and organizational development. She worked as a Performance Improvement Consultant at L.W. Morra Associates for nine years, from 2005 to 2014. In this role, she specialized in organizational effectiveness and performance consulting, helping organizations resolve real-world problems through tailored training and development solutions.
Educational Qualifications
Laurie Morra holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and Education from Siena College, and a Master of Arts in English from Hunter College. Her strong background in English and Education underpins her expertise in developing and executing comprehensive training programs tailored to adult learners.