City of Santa Monica
Lauren Gold Howland is a seasoned communications professional with extensive experience in public information and media relations across various municipalities. Currently serving as the Communications and Public Information Manager for the City of Santa Monica, Lauren previously held the position of Public Information Officer for Long Beach Utilities, where responsibilities included managing public affairs, crisis communications, and overseeing graphic design initiatives. Notable past roles include Communications Specialist for the City of Anaheim, where Lauren played a crucial role in crisis response during emergencies such as COVID-19, and Public Information Officer for the City of San Gabriel, where Lauren expanded social media engagement and managed media relations. Lauren's career began as a reporter for Pasadena Star-News, focusing on city government and human interest stories, and includes various writing and editing positions in educational and journalistic settings. Lauren holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Willamette University.