Lauren Leimbach

Lauren Leimbach is an experienced financial services professional with a diverse background in executive leadership and product development. As the Executive Director and Founder of Community Financial Resources since 2002, Lauren has led efforts to provide accessible financial tools for low-income individuals, focusing on product evaluation, development, and community education. Prior roles include Senior Vice President at Providian Financial, where market opportunities and new product configurations were developed, and Senior Vice President at GetSmart, overseeing internet marketing operations. Previously, Lauren held various vice president positions at Providian Financial and Bank of America, managing marketing operations, back office support, and customer strategy. Lauren began the career as Department Manager at the Federal Reserve Bank, managing major automation projects. Academic credentials include a BA in Economics and an MBA in Finance from the University of Michigan.