Andrea Lanese

Andrea Lanese serves as the Director of Global Talent Acquisition and Development at Barnes, leading initiatives in talent management, employee engagement, and corporate innovation for a workforce of over 5,000 employees worldwide. With extensive experience as a senior HR leader in Fortune 50 to Fortune 500 companies, Andrea has shaped high-performing cultures and directed key human resources functions, including leadership development and compliance efforts. Previous roles include Director of Leadership, Staffing, and Organizational Development, and Senior Manager of Human Resources at prominent organizations such as United Technologies and Otis Elevator. Andrea has also contributed to leadership and team-building education through instruction at the University of Hartford. Educational credentials include an MBA in Human Resources from Rensselaer and certification in Executive and Career Coaching from Teachers College, Columbia University.