Chris Lawlor

Chris Lawlor currently serves as Treasurer for the Association of Study Abroad Providers in Ireland since April 2024 and has been the CEO and Co-founder of Learn International since April 2013. In this role, Chris has focused on creating specialized study abroad programs in Ireland for international students, collaborating with partner universities to provide tailored short-term programs, niche internships, and service learning opportunities that address students' academic, financial, and professional needs. Previous positions include International Sales Manager at Malvern House Dublin and Business Development & Marketing at Dublin City University Language Services. Chris began in the education sector as Junior Programmes and Group Tours Manager at Global Village Noosa. Educational qualifications include a M.Sc. in Sustainable Development from Technological University Dublin, a Certificate in Business Development from Waterford Institute of Technology, and a Master of Business in Entrepreneurship from Technological University Dublin, along with a B.A. in Geography and Archaeology from University College Dublin.