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.