Dr. David LaFazia is a key Subject Matter Expert and content contributor for Atlantic Training, blending years of hands-on technical experience with an earned doctorate in educational leadership and curriculum design. This unique combination allows him to create training content that is not only technically precise but also instructionally effective and engaging for the modern workforce.
His expertise is built from the ground up. David grew up in the Family construction business and was formally trained in the electrical trades, giving him a foundational understanding of jobsite realities. This practical beginning instilled a deep commitment to safety, which he has cultivated for over two decades by conducting labs and site visits - ranging from detailed chemical handling in laboratories to complex operations in large-scale production plants and active commercial construction sites.
Dr. LaFazia pairs his practical skills with rigorous academic credentials, holding two degrees in physics and a doctorate in educational leadership focused on curriculum development. As a "hands-on, minds-on" academic leader, he has broadened his expertise across a wide spectrum of Career and Technical Education (CTE) fields, including (but certainly not limited to) Refrigeration/HVAC, Construction Management, Renewable Energy & Building Science, Manufacturing (Production & Logistics), and Engineering Technologies (Architectural, Civil & Environmental).
A regular contributor to the Atlantic Training brand since 2021, David makes it his mission to stay at the forefront of industry needs. He has built a career on forming and maintaining strong connections with industry members and other subject-matter experts. Through these relationships - and aided by a keen eye for detail, he ensures all content is relevant, current, and directly applicable to the real-world challenges safety professionals and employees face today.