Lawrence is a cultural expert known for decoding behaviors that impact values and performance. With over 15 years of experience, he has built a reputation for pinpointing behaviors that affect business outcomes. Through his consulting practice, Eight-Twenty-Eight, and previous roles— as Executive Director of Advancing Leadership— he has worked extensively in leadership and inclusion across Pierce County. Lawrence’s skills as a leadership trainer, performance coach, and inclusion practitioner combine results-driven strategies with emotional intelligence. As one colleague put it, "He knows how to ‘change the weather’ in any environment."

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Lawrence Garrett

Chief Impact Officer