Lauren Alexander

Lauren Alexander has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Lauren is currently the Head of Global Product Insights at iRobot, a position they have held since May 2022. Prior to this, from August 2021 to May 2022, they worked as the Global Director of People Transformation at Slalom.

Before that, Lauren worked at Nike for several years, holding multiple positions. From June 2018 to October 2020, they served as the Interim Director/Senior Manager of UX Research and Design - Innovation, Global Product, and Merch Ops. In addition, they worked as the Senior Manager of Product Strategy & Innovation, Global Product and Merchandising Analytics from June 2018 to November 2019. In 2019, they were the Senior Manager of Strategic Digital Experiences, Digital Sampling Pilot (Stretch Director) from June to September. From June 2017 to June 2018, they worked as the Manager of UX Research, Digital Product Innovation, and Consumer Experience Insights. Lastly, from September 2016 to June 2017, they were the Senior Communications Designer of UX Research, Digital Go-To Market, Global Sales.

Lauren's earlier experiences include owning their own business as the Owner, UX Strategy Consultant, and Design Director at Hollern Design Co. from 2012 to 2017. Lauren also worked at Catalyst Inc. as the Sr. Diversity & Inclusion Information Designer/Data Visualization Specialist from September 2013 to September 2016.

Prior to that, they worked at Visualhero Design Company as a Designer and UX Researcher - Strategy Consultant from September 2011 to February 2013. Lauren began their career as an Apprentice Designer at ArtPrize in August 2011, followed by a role as a Designer at Yank & Limey from July 2010 to February 2011.

Lauren's earliest professional experience includes working as a Designer at Washington University in St. Louis from February 2009 to November 2010 and at Virginia Tile Company as a Designer from November 2007 to December 2008.

Lauren Alexander has a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree from Washington University in St. Louis. Lauren also attended Caledonia High School for their secondary education. In addition to their formal education, Lauren holds certifications as a Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT) from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). Lauren has also completed courses such as "From Ideas to Action" and "Insights for Innovation" from IDEO.