Laura Weiss

About Laura Weiss

A purpose-driven leader with a proven track record of developing and commercializing products that make a positive impact on society. I have worked on educational software that enhances learning outcomes and sustainable food technology that reduces our environmental footprint. Evaluating commercial viability and consumer demand, I provide strategic direction to product development teams, guiding initiatives from concept through go-to-market.I bring specialized expertise in pricing strategy and business management. At Impossible Foods, I built the pricing function from the ground up, developing a robust framework that optimized revenue and advanced the company\'s mission. At Microsoft, I led pricing and packaging for public sector M365 products, driving adoption and growth.By applying quantitatively rigorous analytics, cross-functional thinking, and deep customer empathy, I help organizations achieve their desired business aspirations while maximizing value across all stakeholder groups.

Experience

1. Senior Director, Commercial Strategy and Growth

   Pearson

   Aug 2024 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Building new product and commercial offerings across the Higher Education, K12, and workforce skilling channels

Education

• Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business

  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

  2014 — 2016

• Pace University

  Master of Science in Teaching, Elementary Education and Teaching

  2008 — 2010

• Tulane University

  Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Economy & International Relations

  2004 — 2008

Skills

• Educational Fundraising
• Community Organizing
• Teaching
• Non-Profit Board Development
• Nonprofits
• Education Reform
• Lobbying
• Public Speaking
• Relationship Management
• Grant Writing
• Program Development
• Editing
• Grants
• Strategic Planning
• Volunteer Management