Laura Evans is an Emmy award-winning journalist turned successful media relations executive who founded and runs Laura Evans Media, a progressive PR firm focused on elevating the voices and the stories of individual change-makers and social impact organizations. A high-energy, compassionate and collaborative leader, Laura represents an organization's message with purpose and passion. She is committed to:• Helping get media exposure for leaders and organizations trying to make our world a better place• Looking for solutions-based stories• Searching out the good news• Shining a spotlight on inspirational change-makers• And striving to be one herself. After working in news for more than 25 years as an anchor and reporter, Laura grew tired of the constant flow of negative news and left the anchor desk to focus on solutions in communities instead of problems. She founded and launched Laura Evans Media, which now works with clients in a variety of industries around the country and the world. As President of LEM, she leads an award winning team of seasoned media professionals with vast connections who specialize in helping clients find and tell powerful, persuasive stories on multiple platforms and regularly earn local, national and international coverage for clients. She has built a firm that excels at working efficiently under intense deadlines, juggling multiple projects for clients and applying strategic thinking and innovative ideas to generate powerful messages and engaging stories. Her team has also built a strong reputation on its ability to manage crises, break down complex issues into simple terms in order to present them to vast audiences and showcase meaningful thought leadership. A relationship-driven leader, Laura has done this while building and fostering a positive, supportive and purposeful work culture that prioritizes flexibility, diversity, inclusion and wellness. On various social media platforms, Laura has proven she can create high levels of engagement, build relationships and foster loyal audiences for herself and her clients. She is the co-host of a healthcare focused podcast interviewing high profile guests. She also dedicates her time to many philanthropic causes. An in-demand speaker, she has emceed hundreds of events and is respected for her ability to engage large audiences and gracefully raise money for a mission.Laura is from Northern California and now lives in Bethesda, MD with her husband, Mike Manatos and their three children. She loves to travel and is passionate about yoga, meditation and wellness.