Lauren is the founder and CEO of William Raymond Communications, a public relations and marketing firm for professional athletes and entertainers. With over fifteen years of experience, Lauren’s work as a publicist for elite celebrity athletes and personalities, handling their media placement and strategy, marketing, promotion, social media, and event management, has earned her a reputation as one of the strongest players in sports and entertainment media. A star within the industry, Lauren has represented sports' biggest names, including athletes and commentators in the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, action sports and professional boxing. She also has represented teams in Major League Rugby and the International Swimming League.Past national coverage includes television, print, and digital placements, including CBS Mornings, CNN, Today Show, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and People Magazine. Lauren's clients also benefit from her crisis management experience, having navigated her clients and their families through impossible situations with professionalism and compassion. Passionate about highlighting the philanthropic efforts of her clients, Lauren has worked with several national organizations, including United Way, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Dream Corps, and Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Over the course of her fifteen-year career, Lauren has guided several clients to receive nominations for the Walter Payton Man of the Year, an honor given to outstanding community leaders in the NFL.Originally from Rocklin, California, Lauren graduated from the University of Miami, majoring in public relations and political science. While earning her degree, Lauren worked in the Football Operations office for the Hurricanes. Lauren serves on the board of Fund Recovery, an affiliate of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. She is also on the advisory board of Artists & Athletes Alliance, a non-profit that serves as a link to Washington, D.C., for members of the entertainment and athletic communities, and has been a member of Women In Sports and Entertainment (WISE) and Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).