Laurie Matthews, Pcc
About Laurie Matthews, Pcc
Laurie Matthews serves as the Director of Career & Professional Development at Harvard Business School, where she has worked since 2006. She has extensive experience in coaching and program development, including leading initiatives like the 'Alumni Career Reboot Camp.'
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Laurie Matthews serves as the Director of Career & Professional Development at Harvard Business School. She has held this position since 2006, contributing to the professional growth of students and alumni for 18 years. In her role, she develops and leads innovative programs such as the 'Alumni Career Reboot Camp' and 'Design Thinking for Your Career,' which aim to enhance career strategies and personal development.
Education and Expertise
Laurie Matthews has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Romance Languages and Government from Bowdoin College, studying from 1974 to 1977. She furthered her education with a Master of Education in Counseling and Consulting Psychology from Harvard Graduate School of Education. Additionally, she obtained an MBA from Harvard Business School. From 2018 to 2019, she completed a certification in Leadership Coaching at the Institute for Transformational Leadership.
Professional Background
Laurie Matthews has extensive experience in both education and advertising. Before her current role at Harvard Business School, she worked as the Director of the HBS Community Values Program from 2010 to 2013. Her previous roles in the advertising industry include Senior Vice President positions at Grey Group, Arnold Worldwide, and Deutsch, where she focused on account management and team leadership.
Coaching Philosophy and Approach
Laurie Matthews' coaching style is influenced by her belief in the importance of both support and creativity. She draws inspiration from the Edith Wharton quote: 'There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.' Her approach integrates over 20 years of experience in advertising, teaching, and counseling, allowing her to provide a unique blend of open-heartedness, creative rigor, and honest support in her coaching practice.
Engagement with Organizations
Laurie Matthews collaborates with various organizations to facilitate creative team engagement workshops. Notably, she has worked with Rent the Runway, demonstrating her ability to apply her coaching and development expertise in diverse settings. Her workshops focus on enhancing team dynamics and fostering professional growth.