NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- General
Assembly today announced the appointment of Lisa Lewin as Chief Executive Officer. A veteran
education executive and frequent commentator on innovation and
equity in the workplace, Lewin joins General Assembly with more
than two decades of experience leading public, private, and
non-profit organizations at the intersection of education and
work.
Founded in 2011, General Assembly grew from a co-working space
that launched the "coding bootcamp" movement to a global education
organization that has served more than 80,000 learners across 40
markets, as well as major employers including Booz Allen Hamilton, BNP Paribas Cardif,
Guardian, L'Oreal, and Microsoft. Twice named one of Fast
Company's Most Innovative Companies, the firm's co-founder and
Chief Executive Officer Jake
Schwartz led General Assembly's sale to The Adecco Group in
2018.
"General Assembly's work is deeply personal to me. Our mission
emerged from my experience, graduating college in a recession and
finding myself lost and lonely in the world of work," says
Schwartz. "Over the past ten years, we have transformed the lives
and careers of tens of thousands of people. I am thrilled that Lisa
will be the next CEO of General Assembly, and I know that her
passion, leadership, and commitment to social justice will ensure
the company's continued success - and impact."
A seasoned education executive, Lewin comes to General Assembly
from Ethical Ventures, a New York
City-based management consulting firm, which she co-founded
in 2018. She previously served as Vice President of McGraw-Hill's professional education group,
President of Pearson's teacher education group, and Managing
Director of the publisher's global learning technology team, which
spanned six continents. In addition to her role at General
Assembly, Lewin will continue to serve on the boards of the
Wikimedia Foundation and Bank Street College
of Education. She received a B.S. in Business Administration
from Washington University in
St. Louis and an M.B.A. from
Harvard Business School.
"As individuals and employers navigate an incredibly complex and
volatile labor market, General Assembly's mission - to empower
people to thrive and flourish in the world of work - is more vital
than ever," says Lewin. "As we face unprecedented technological
change and economic upheaval, that mission, and the company's
broader social purpose, have a unique role to play in creating a
more just and equitable world. I am proud to build on General
Assembly's considerable achievements and to lead a business that is
committed to ensuring that anyone, anywhere can realize their
potential and transform their career."
The Adecco Group, based in Zurich, is among the world's largest HR
solutions providers, with more than 34,000 employees in 60
countries supporting more than 600,000 workers every day.
Recognized as a pioneer in education and training, The Adecco
Group's approach to workforce transformation is informed by its
commitment to a "new social contract" which calls upon business
leaders, policymakers, and education providers to collaborate to
ensure that work opportunities are secure and sustainable for
workers and business alike.
"We are committed to making the future work for everyone. As we
all navigate these times of change, General Assembly plays a
critical role in supporting our clients to 'reset normal' and
define the new era of work," said Sergio
Picarelli, President of Professional and Talent Solutions at
the Adecco Group. "We are excited that Lisa is joining General
Assembly as CEO; her vision to advance the company's critical work
to upskill and reskill workers is very much aligned with where we
see the trajectory of the business. We are also grateful to Jake
for his stewardship of General Assembly's growth, and for staying
on board as an advisor as Lisa steps into her new role."
To speak with a press representative of General Assembly, please
contact press@generalassemb.ly or call Tori
McKnight (BerlinRosen) at 201-927-2937.
About the Adecco Group
The Adecco Group is the world's
leading HR solutions company. We believe in making the future work
for everyone, and every day enable more than 3.5 million
careers.
We skill, develop, and hire talent in 60 countries, enabling
organisations to embrace the future of work. As a Fortune Global
500 company, we lead by example, creating shared value that fuels
economies and builds better societies.
Our culture of inclusivity, entrepreneurship and teamwork
empowers our 34,000 employees. We are proud to have been
consistently ranked one of the 'World's Best Workplaces' by Great
Place to Work®.
The Adecco Group AG is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (ISIN: CH0012138605) and
listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN) and powered by nine global
brands: Adecco, Adia, Badenoch & Clark, General Assembly,
Lee Hecht Harrison, Modis, Pontoon,
Spring Professional and Vettery.
About General Assembly
General Assembly is a pioneer
in education and career transformation, specializing in today's
most in-demand skills. The leading source for training, staffing,
and career transitions, we foster a flourishing community of
professionals pursuing careers they love. Focusing on the most
relevant and in-demand skills across data, design, business, and
technology, GA confronts the global skills gap through
award-winning, best-in-class instruction, and innovative
opportunities across diverse communities. GA works with students
online and in-person across the globe and partners with top
employers to help companies source, assess, and transform talent.
To learn more, visit https://generalassemb.ly.
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