Lawrence Balmer

Lawrence Balmer is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in financial leadership roles across various industries. Currently serving as Sr. Director of Finance & Accounting at Lodge Cast Iron since April 2021, Lawrence previously held multiple positions at Bridgestone Americas, including Director of Finance and Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis. Earlier in the career, roles included Manager of Financial Reporting & Analysis at ASSA ABLOY, Finance Lead at Stanley Black & Decker, and various positions at Pratt & Whitney, culminating in a Specialist role in Manufacturing Operations Financial Planning and Analysis. Lawrence began the professional journey as an Associate in the Financial Leadership Program at United Technologies. Academically, Lawrence holds a Master of Business Administration in Operations and Supply Chain from Northeastern University, a Master’s in Strategic Management from Indiana Wesleyan University, and a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Connecticut.