John Lawler
About John Lawler
John Lawler serves as the Vice President of Corporate Development and Strategic Planning at Gordian and has extensive experience in corporate strategy and private equity across various companies in the Greater Boston area.
Current Role at Gordian
John Lawler serves as the Vice President of Corporate Development and Strategic Planning at Gordian. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives and development efforts. His role involves overseeing corporate development activities and formulating strategies to enhance Gordian's market position. Additionally, he is currently working at Fortive as Vice President of Strategic Development, which includes responsibilities for Gordian and ServiceChannel, operating within the Fortive portfolio.
Previous Experience in Corporate Development
Before joining Gordian, John Lawler held several positions that enhanced his expertise in corporate strategy and development. He was the Director of Corporate Development & Strategic Partnerships at Gordian from 2015 to 2018. Prior to that, he worked at Nuance Communications as Senior Manager of Corporate Strategy and Development from 2013 to 2015. His experience also includes roles at Ascend Learning as Director of Strategy and Business Development and at Century Equity Partners in various capacities.
Professional Background in Finance and Advisory
John Lawler has a solid background in finance and advisory services. He worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers as a Senior Associate in Assurance and Business Advisory Services from 2005 to 2006 and again as an Associate from 2003 to 2005. Additionally, he served as a Senior Associate in Transaction Advisory Services at KPMG LLP from 2006 to 2007. His early career included positions at Century Equity Partners, where he progressed from Associate to Vice President in Private Equity.
Educational Qualifications
John Lawler holds multiple degrees from reputable institutions. He studied at the D'Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University, where he achieved a Master of Science in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration (MBA). He also earned a master's degree in business administration from Wesleyan University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in corporate development and strategic planning.