Lauren Kaplan

Lauren Kaplan is the Founder, Principal, and Consultant at Growth Ops Advisory, a company she established in 2018.1 With over a decade of experience in helping high-growth companies scale their business operations, Kaplan specializes in the "People" side of operations.3

Professional Background

Kaplan's career journey includes several notable positions:

• Chief Operating Officer at Nomad Financial (2016-2018)1
• Founder of Epicure Health (2015-2016)1
• Associate Director of Revenue Cycle Consulting at The Advisory Board Company (2013-2015)1

She has also held roles at Nike, ER Accelerator, and Hale & Hearty Soups, among others.1

Education

Kaplan's educational background includes:

• MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management (2011-2013)1
• BSBA in Operations and Entrepreneurship from Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School (2003-2007)1

Expertise and Skills

Kaplan is known for her expertise in:

• Operations management
• Communication
• Strategy
• Training
• Project management
• Creative problem solving3

She has been described as a "hardcore operator" and sometimes calls herself a "female MacGyver".3

Current Role

At Growth Ops Advisory, Kaplan leads a process-driven HR partner that helps companies enhance the employee experience and refine management strategies.2 Her approach focuses on automating time-consuming administrative tasks to allow teams to focus on client relationships and technical expertise.3

Kaplan's diverse experience and skills in business operations, coupled with her focus on the human aspect of organizations, position her as a valuable consultant in the field of business growth and operational efficiency.