Lauren DeSimone

Lauren DeSimone is a professional dedicated to fostering fruitful relationships within organizations and communities to enhance the impact of their services and products.

She is currently delving into the realms of equitable food systems and the significance of psychological safety in organizational frameworks, while advocating for values-based leadership in startup environments.

With a background in Fine Arts, including a Bachelor's degree in Sculpture from Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts and participation in Seth Godin's AltMBA program, Lauren brings a creative perspective to her work.

Her professional journey includes roles such as Consultant and Community Impact Advisor at Virginia Community Capital, Consultant focusing on Product Development and Client Engagement at The Change Decision, and various other positions in community engagement, mentorship, and leadership development.

Passionate about community engagement through avenues like food, business, art, and design, Lauren remains eager to contribute to projects that foster inclusivity and collaboration.