Lauren Davis

Lauren Davis is a multifaceted entrepreneur and community leader with extensive experience in business and nonprofit sectors. As Co-Founder and Franchise Executive of The Gents Place® since 2008, Lauren has played a critical role in scaling the franchise model nationally. In 2017, Lauren founded Operation Gentlemen®, a nonprofit focused on supporting veterans and the homeless, achieving the donation of over 45,000 meals and 10,000 suits. Additionally, Lauren is the Brand Owner of Rascal®, which has expanded into multi-channel distribution. In early 2023, Lauren served as CEO and Talk Show Host for “For the ❤️ of Dallas,” focusing on community-centric initiatives. Prior roles include Director of Homeless Outreach at Downtown Dallas, Inc., and candidacy for Dallas County Judge. Lauren holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of North Texas and has a background in real estate as a licensed Realtor®.