Meet The Team

George A. Ramirez is the Executive Director of the Lawrence Partnership. He is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts and Suffolk University Law School. He lives in Lowell, MA with his wife Kathleen.

Genesis Duran is a long-time resident of Lawrence, having lived here for over 20 years. Her passion for making a difference in people's lives and educating others led her to start her professional career in education. After working in the field for many years, including a period teaching English as a second language in China, she decided to shift her focus to business administration. However, her love for her city and her desire to serve others never waned. Eventually, she joined the Lawrence Partnership team, where she proudly serves as a Staff Associate. With an associate degree from Northern Essex Community College and an Early Childhood Director Certificate from the same institution, Genesis is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in business administration with a concentration in marketing at the University of Massachusetts in Lowell. Her academic pursuits continue to be driven by her aspiration to make a positive impact in her community.