LUMO
Anna Conathan is the Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of LUMO, an organization launched in March 2020 that focuses on creating a cohesive relationship between work and parenthood for both employers and parents. Prior to this role, Anna spent over two decades in the entertainment industry as a freelance screenwriter, where story development and pitches for feature films and television were significant responsibilities. Additionally, Anna has experience as an actress, voice-over artist, and stand-up comedian, achieving success in the commercial market and studying improvisational comedy. Anna also contributed to Capital Community News by writing humorous parenting columns and was a part of the storytelling project "Mortified DC." Other notable roles included a staff writer position at Walt Disney Animation Studios. Educational credentials include a BFA in Performing Arts from Emerson College and ongoing study at the National Theater Institute.
LUMO
LUMO is where companies and working parents thrive. When it comes to parental leave, it’s often uncharted territory for all involved. From HR leaders to managers to employees themselves, this transition can be overwhelming, confusing, and disruptive - leading to losses in retention, productivity, and careers. But it doesn’t have to be that way. LUMO is the leading solution for progressive organizations that understand supporting employees through this transition isn’t just good to do - it’s good for business. Only LUMO was created by coaching, DEI, and career transformation professionals. LUMO is a trusted advisor and partner to client companies across industries. And with over 50 years of combined experience in supporting parents through this transition effectively leading to more consistent retention, improved productivity, and better outcomes overall for both employers and employees. LUMO is nationally-certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) and a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB). Our team works directly with your HR or management department to tailor our offerings to your company’s specific needs. For more details on how LUMO can help your company take care of new and expecting parents in your organization, feel free to reach out to: hello@lumoleadership.com Register to sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://39764092.hs-sites.com/lumonewsletter