Lauren Boling

Lauren Boling is a seasoned technology and program management professional with extensive experience in the organic agriculture and food access sectors. Currently serving as the Director of Technology at the Real Organic Project since November 2020, Lauren has successfully engaged in strategic partnerships and contributed to significant initiatives such as the development of a position statement on soil cultivation for organic crop certification. Previous roles include Database Administrator and Manager, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing data accuracy, Salesforce migration, and enhancing organizational reporting. Lauren's background also includes work as a Food Access Program Coordinator and Marketing Logistics Coordinator at Farmstand Local Foods, LLC, and various internships that provided foundational experience in project coordination, community outreach, and sustainable farming practices. Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Public and Urban Affairs from Virginia Tech and certifications in Sustainable Small Acreage Farming and Agricultural Entrepreneurship from Washington State University, Lauren is well-equipped to drive impactful initiatives in their field.