Lauren Roach

Lauren Roach is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategic operations and human resources, currently serving as the Director of Strategic Operations and Director of Human Resources at Lantower Residential since August 2020. Prior to this role, Lauren was a Senior Manager in Operational Analytics at Equity Residential, where key contributions included supporting national decision-making and strategic planning for a portfolio of over 300 properties and managing earnings reporting. Lauren's earlier career includes positions such as a School Counselor at Metro Nashville Public Schools, where program implementation led to significant improvements in student behavior and academic performance, and as a Senior Youth Programming Coordinator at Free The Children, where notable successes included expanding participation in California schools and fundraising initiatives. Lauren holds an MBA in Finance from Texas Christian University, an M.Ed in Human Development Counseling from Vanderbilt University, and a BA in Communications from Northwestern University.