Laura Standley is the Senior Director of Sales Training & Enablement at Per Scholas, where she leads the national strategy for sales training, enablement, and performance excellence. In this role, Laura designs and implements programs that equip Talent Solutions and Account Management teams to develop and strengthen employer partnerships — from Fortune 500 companies to emerging innovators — advancing Per Scholas’s mission to launch careers and change the face of tech.

She oversees the development of best-in-class training initiatives, enablement tools & technology, and standard operating procedures that enhance performance and ensure consistency across the organization’s campuses and externally-facing departments. Laura also co-leads a cross-functional internship program, offering college students experience not just in her department, but across corporate engagement, business development, project management, marketing, and more.

Before joining Per Scholas, Laura built deep expertise in sales execution and leadership, guiding teams toward operational excellence and measurable impact across hospitality, CPG, healthcare and SaaS industries. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Temple University in Philadelphia where she is currently based. Laura’s leadership philosophy centers on coaching, mentorship, and empowering others to grow into confident, capable professionals.