WILMA’s Leadership Institute: Meet Laura Cook
Snapshot of this year's Leadership Institute members
WILMA’s 2026 Leadership Institute, an annual nine-month program, gives area women the opportunity to learn from leaders in the region, visit a range of local companies, and serve as each other’s personal board of directors.
WILMA’s Leadership Institute, an annual nine-month program, gives area women the opportunity to learn from leaders in the region, visit a range of local companies, and serve as each other’s personal board of directors. The program is part of the WILMA Leadership Initiative, created to empower women to lead with confidence and purpose. Meet institute member LAURA COOK.
Laura Cook
Title: Senior Development Engineer & Supervisor
Company: Corning, Inc.
How long have you been with your current employer? 15 years
Alma Mater: Bucknell University
Prior career experience: 15 years with Corning, Incorporated: * Project Manager in Wilmington, NC * Development Manager in Santa Barbara, CA * Materials Engineer in Corning, NY
Current job responsibilities: Responsible for single mode optical fiber technical product development and manufacturability. Manages engineers, technicians, and contractors to meet business goals.
Hobbies: Backpacking, Reading, Beach trips
To learn more about WILMA’s Leadership Institute and Initiative, go to https://www.wilmamag.com/leadership/
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