Lauren Puga

Lauren Puga is a seasoned design professional with extensive experience in creative solutions and strategic growth. Currently serving as a Senior Design Solutions Consultant at Canva since July 2025, Lauren previously held multiple roles at Smartly, including Manager of Strategic Growth for Global Creative Services and Senior Creative Solutions Partner. Prior experience at NextRoll, Inc. involved progression from Junior Designer to Lead Designer, showcasing a strong design foundation. Early career experiences include an internship at Washingtonian Magazine and a design internship at Red Orange Design. Lauren holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts, completed in 2014.