Alessandra La Tour, Ed.D.
About Alessandra La Tour, Ed.D.
Alessandra La Tour, Ed.D., serves as the Virtual Learning & Development Program Manager at United Veterinary Care and has a diverse background in educational leadership and veterinary training. She founded the LaTour Leadership Academy and has developed leadership programs for various organizations, emphasizing practical applications of complex concepts.
Current Role at United Veterinary Care
Alessandra La Tour serves as the Virtual Learning & Development Program Manager at United Veterinary Care. In this role, she focuses on enhancing virtual learning experiences and developing training programs tailored for veterinary professionals. Her responsibilities include designing and implementing educational initiatives that support the growth and development of staff within the organization. La Tour has been in this position since 2023.
Previous Experience in Veterinary Education
Prior to her current role, Alessandra La Tour worked at several organizations within the veterinary field. She was a Learning Content Specialist at Southern Veterinary Partners from 2022 to 2023, where she contributed to the development of educational materials. Before that, she held the position of Manager at Banfield Pet Hospital for one year and served as Learning & Development Coordinator at MSPCA-Angell Animal Medical Center for ten months. Additionally, she was the Department Lead at Becker College from 2012 to 2021.
Educational Background
Alessandra La Tour has a strong academic background in the fields of biotechnology and educational leadership. She earned her Master of Science in Biotechnology from Worcester State University, completing her studies from 2009 to 2012. Later, she pursued a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership at Southern New Hampshire University, graduating in 2021. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biological and Chemical Sciences from Wells College, which she completed in 2005.
Leadership Development Initiatives
Alessandra La Tour has developed leadership programs for various organizations, utilizing her expertise in learning theory, instructional design, and educational psychology. She founded the LaTour Leadership Academy, which offers cohort-based learning and a multimodal approach to education. Her focus is on making complex leadership concepts accessible and applicable through personalized learning experiences.
Coaching and Educational Philosophy
La Tour employs a unique approach to leadership coaching that draws from her doctoral studies in Educational Leadership. She emphasizes the importance of making leadership concepts digestible and retainable for her clients. Her passion for leadership is rooted in her personal journey of overcoming self-doubt, which informs her coaching style and educational philosophy.