Lauren Gogolak

Lauren Gogolak is a seasoned professional in talent development and organizational learning, currently serving as Senior Director, Talent & Potential at Cengage Group since August 2013. Lauren leads a global team that focuses on learning and development, onboarding, and strategic talent planning for over 4,500 employees in a technology and services environment. Previous roles include Director of Talent Development and Manager of Learning & Development, showcasing expertise in enterprise-wide strategy execution and program management. Prior to Cengage, Lauren operated a children's retail boutique and held positions in organizational development at Omgeo and as a Communication and Learning Specialist at The MathWorks. Educational qualifications include a Master's in Education from Northeastern University and a Bachelor's in Business Administration from SUNY Geneseo, along with distinguished coaching certifications.