With over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Laurie is co-executive director of Adopt the Arts Foundation, a mission-driven organization that provides music classes to elementary school students in Los Angeles and Coachella Valley, CA. She is also a sponsorship consultant for Los Angeles Fleet Week, a multi-day celebration of the nation's Sea Services held on the LA Waterfront, demonstrating her adeptness at cultivating key partnerships and fostering community engagement.Prior to her tenure at Adopt the Arts, she served as the Executive Director of the Raven Drum Foundation, founded by iconic musician Rick Allen of Def Leppard. Her consultancy work has further exemplified her commitment to impactful causes, including collaborations with Global Genes, dedicated to empowering the rare disease community, and NS2 Serves, facilitating high-tech career opportunities for veterans. Laurie's contributions extended to the development of the Discovery Channel series, Undercover Billionaire, showcasing her versatility and creativity in media projects.From 2013 to 2018, Laurie led the Infinite Hero Foundation as Executive Director, pioneering initiatives to support veterans and their families through funding programs focused on adaptive technology, brain health care, and community integration. Her strategic vision and collaborative approach were instrumental in driving positive change and fostering a culture of innovation within the organization.Laurie's professional journey also includes serving as the Director of Corporate Communications at Forbes Media, LLC, where she spearheaded internal and external communications efforts for the esteemed business publication and its affiliated titles. Her responsibilities extended to managing publicity and business development opportunities for Forbes conferences and properties, as well as a renowned art and historical memorabilia collection.Following her tenure at Forbes, Laurie assumed the role of Vice President of Corporate Communications at Marc Ecko Enterprises, a global fashion and media powerhouse. In this capacity, she played a pivotal role in shaping the company's public image and communication strategies, further showcasing her expertise in media relations and brand management.
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