Meet the TEam

We believe leadership development is personal. The work we do is rooted in experience, driven by purpose, and grounded in a commitment to helping people reach their full potential. Meet the leaders behind Landry Training and the mission to build stronger teams from the inside out.

 

Amy Landry

Owner/Founder

"No matter what industry you are in, your team is your most important asset," says Amy Landry, whose passion for training and motivating people has guided her career. "Tapping into what drives your people, giving them the tools to succeed, and setting them up for success will mean a world of difference."

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Meyers Briggs Type Indicator Certified (MBTI)

  • SHRM-CP Certified Professional in Society of Human Resources

  • University of Houston's Conrad N. Hilton College Graduate School

  • Integral part in developing service and leadership training for creation of a worldwide brand, Waldorf Astoria Resorts

  • Directed training amidst re-launch of the legendary Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans

Candace Schrag

Director of Operations

With a passionate focus on discovery and development Candace brings over 10 years’ experience as an accomplished trainer with a strong executive leadership and team building background to the Landry Training team. Her extensive work in nonprofit management, specifically board and staff development has guided her to pursue her passion of helping other professionals and teams unlock their potential. 

"Share your light, you never know who’s path may need your illumination," she says. 

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • VP of Marketing, American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) Crescent City Connections Express Network

    https://abwaneworleans.org/

  • YMCA Blue Ridge Leaders School Staff

  • Instrumental in the successful creation and implementation of numerous company, board and community development projects

  • Curated custom leadership trainings for notable organizations including MS Benbow and Associates, Reve Realtors, and Salon22 of New Orleans

  • B.A. of Communications, Arcadia University

 

Laura Tolleson

Workforce Development Consultant

With over 20 years of experience in organizational design, operations, and leadership development, Laura brings a strategic and practical perspective to the Landry Training team. Her background spans operations, HR, and performance management, equipping her to help organizations align people, process, and strategy for sustainable growth.

Laura is passionate about helping leaders build clarity and structure within their teams. She believes payroll is one of the most significant investments on any organization’s P&L — and when leaders intentionally invest in developing their people, the return is measurable. Through workshops, mentor programs, coaching, and professional development initiatives, she partners with organizations to strengthen leadership capability and team performance.

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • MBA, Loyola University New Orleans

  • SHRM-SCP Certification

  • 20+ years of operational and leadership experience

  • Extensive experience in organizational structure, leadership development, and performance systems

  • Designed and delivered leadership programs for diverse teams across industries

  • Specializes in supervisor capability, accountability systems, and professional growth initiatives