NEW YORK – The MBA Standards Board (MBASB) is proud to announce the appointment of LauraAnn Lamando to its Board of Trustees, bringing her distinguished background in global brand strategy, education, and leadership to help shape the future of modern business education for the age of AI.
LauraAnn Lamando’s remarkable career spans leadership roles at Ralph Lauren, FIFA World Cup, Paramount, and as the founder of FanGirl Fashionista. Beyond her groundbreaking work in industry, Lamando also teaches Brand Management, Merchandising, and Leadership at UCLA Extension, where she is known for bridging practical expertise with academic rigor.
“LauraAnn embodies the exact blend of strategic foresight and real-world excellence that defines the MBA Standards Board,” said Cheryl Nunn, MBAe™, CEO of the MBA Standards Board. “As we redefine what MBA-level education stands for in an AI-driven economy, leaders like LauraAnn help us build a governance framework that is both visionary and grounded.”
A Trustee Role Designed for the AI Era
The Board of Trustees at MBASB plays a critical role in ensuring the academic integrity, strategic direction, and long-term sustainability of the organization. In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, where AI, automation, and skills-based hiring are reshaping leadership requirements, this board sets the guardrails for what modern MBA standards must be.
Lamando’s expertise in global licensing, inclusive brand experiences, and mentorship aligns seamlessly with MBASB’s mission:
- Redefining MBA pathways through applied, accessible, and globally relevant standards.
- Integrating AI literacy and future-ready leadership skills at the core of MBA credentialing.
- Elevating diversity and inclusion as a strategic business advantage, not a side initiative.
A Catalyst for Future-Focused Governance
The MBA Standards Board operates through two governance bodies:
- Board of Trustees (up to 12 members): Oversees governance, ethics, standards integrity, and strategic direction.
- Advisory Board (up to 20 members): Provides market intelligence, employer alignment, AI innovation insights, and ecosystem partnerships.
This dual-board structure ensures MBASB can maintain rigorous standards while staying agile in response to rapid market shifts, especially those driven by AI adoption and skills-based workforce evolution.
Leadership That Inspires the Next Generation
Lamando’s appointment reflects MBASB’s commitment to bringing together industry trailblazers, educators, and innovators to guide its mission of modernizing business education. Her work at the intersection of brand storytelling and education offers invaluable perspective for shaping MBA+™, MBAe™, and Certified MBA™ credentials that reflect the real competencies today’s employers demand.
“We’re building more than credentials, we’re building trust and relevance,” added Nunn. “Leaders like LauraAnn help ensure that our standards stay globally respected and future stable.”
About MBA Standards Board
The MBA Standards Board is a global standards and credentialing body dedicated to redefining what the MBA represents in a modern, AI-driven economy. By setting transparent, competency-based standards and integrating employer-aligned skills, MBASB ensures that professionals can elevate their careers affordably and credibly. The organization issues globally recognized credentials including Certified MBA™, MBA+™, and MBAe™, serving mid-career professionals, executives, and institutions seeking excellence.
Learn more about the MBA Standards Board at https://applymba.org/
