Andrea Laliberte, IE 1982, MS IE 1984, joined the Stewart School of Industrial & Systems Engineering (ISyE) as the Edenfield Executive in Residence starting January 1, 2013.  

In this role, she will pull from her extensive industry background to offer ISyE students experiential learning opportunities that are reflective of the real world of business and enhance student’s leadership skills through these experiences through class projects.  She will also counsel and advise students on their prospective career choices.

Previously, Laliberte was a senior vice president of distribution and consumer service for Coach, Inc., a leading marketer of modern classic American accessories.  In this role, she was responsible for global distribution, customer service, transportation, and customs compliance.  Laliberte joined Coach in 1991 as director of operations support.  Prior to joining Coach, Andrea was in the retail management consulting practice of Coopers & Lybrand (now PriceWaterhouseCoopers).  Her clients included L.L.Bean, Metropolitan Museum of Art,and Bass Pro Shops.  Laliberte is an emeritus member of the ISyE Advisory Board, and a current member of the Georgia Tech Alumni Trustee Board and Georgia Tech Advisory Board.  Additionally, she was the recipient of the 2008 College of Engineering Distinguished Alumnus Award.