Laura Asiala

Laura Asiala is the Chief Sustainability Officer at WholeWorks LLC, based in Elk Rapids, Michigan.1 She is an experienced professional with a strong background in sustainability, corporate citizenship, and business transformation.

Professional Experience

Asiala has held her current position at WholeWorks LLC since February 2021.1 In this role, she focuses on developing sustainable solutions that consider ecosystems, economy, and equity. Her work involves leadership development through simulation and practical application of sustainability strategies.1

Prior to her current role, Asiala's career includes:

• Lead Facilitator for the Leading the Sustainability Transformation Professional Certificate Program at WholeWorks LLC1
• Senior Director of Business Engagement and Editor of the Great Lakes Economic Forum at the Council of the Great Lakes Region1
• Senior Fellow and Vice President of Public Affairs & Communications at PYXERA Global1
• Director of Corporate Citizenship and Corporate Communications at Dow Corning Corporation1

Education and Expertise

Asiala's educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Alma College1
• Master of Science in Organization Development from Case Western Reserve University1
• Professional Certificate in Sustainability Studies from the University of Vermont Grossman School of Business1

She is recognized as an influencer and thought leader in corporate social responsibility.2 Asiala frequently contributes to sustainability discussions through various platforms, including GreenBiz and Amplify, an Arthur D. Little Publication.2

Role at WholeWorks LLC

At WholeWorks, Asiala leads the facilitation of programs designed to help business leaders learn, practice, and apply new strategies for transforming their organizations from traditional to sustainable models.12 She is particularly involved in the "Leading the Sustainability Transformation" professional certificate program, which uses simulation-based training to prepare leaders for the complexities of sustainable decision-making in global business environments.2