Lauren C.

Lauren C. has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Lauren is currently working as the Community & Business Development Associate Director at OMNI Youth Services since August 2022. Prior to that, they were the owner of Fundraising Librarian, where they provided consulting services to libraries on building their fundraising programs. Lauren also worked as the Manager of Scholarships and Special Projects at Harper College from March 2016 to August 2022. Earlier in their career, Lauren held positions such as Development Officer at Warren-Newport Public Library, Advancement Associate at Dominican University, and Annual Giving Coordinator at Newberry Library. Additionally, they worked as a Contractor at Starcom MediaVest Group and as a Product Knowledge Specialist at HSN.

Lauren C. has an extensive and well-rounded education history. Lauren began their educational journey at Florida State University, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Media and Literature from 1998 to 2000.

After completing their undergraduate education, Lauren went on to pursue further studies at Dominican University. From 2008 to 2010, they completed a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree, specializing in the School Library Media Program. Following this, they continued their educational pursuits at Dominican University from 2010 to 2014, engaging in MBA coursework with a focus on Management.

In addition to their academic achievements, Lauren has also obtained a certification from CFRE International. In June 2019, they successfully earned the credential of CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive), which further demonstrates their dedication to professional development and expertise in fundraising.

Overall, Lauren has demonstrated a commitment to lifelong learning and has accumulated a diverse range of educational experiences that contribute to their knowledge and skills in fields such as management, library science, and fundraising.