Laura Evans is an accomplished professional in the field of development and neuroscience, currently serving as Chief of Neuroscience at RWJBarnabas Health since November 2023. Following a role as Vice President of Development at The Floating Hospital from January 2023 to July 2024, Laura has held various significant positions, including Senior Director of Development at the University of Rhode Island's George & Anne Ryan Institute for Neuroscience and Vice President of Development and Community Engagement at Ocean Community YMCA. Laura also has experience as an Annual Fund Officer at Connecticut College and Director of Major Gifts and Annual Giving at The Williams School. In the early stages of Laura's career, experience includes working as a Major Gifts Officer at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Laura holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Fordham University.