Lauren Peress

Lauren Peress has a strong background in marketing and digital strategy. Lauren is currently working as the Director of Digital Marketing at PBS North Carolina since April 2021. Prior to this, they served as the Chief Strategy Officer at Hearthstone Marketing since May 2018. Lauren also has experience as a Board Member on the HSMAI Marketing Advisory Board from September 2019 to April 2021. Lauren worked as the Director of Marketing at Mohonk Mountain House from April 2016 to April 2021. Before that, they held various positions at Miraval Arizona, including Senior Marketing Manager and Digital Marketing Manager, where they oversaw website development projects, social media strategies, and reputation management efforts. Lauren also worked as a Marketing & PR Associate at Paul Lucas Productions and an Associate at Production Resource Group (PRG), gaining valuable experience in the entertainment technology business. Lauren started their career as an Intern in Fabric Research and Development at Coach.

Lauren Peress holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business Administration and Management, General from the University of Arizona - Eller College of Management. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religion and Theatre from Williams College. Lauren completed their high school education at Brookwood High School, where they participated in the Georgia Governor's Program.