Lauren H. Smith

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ABOUT LAUREN H. SMITH

I was born and raised in Miami, Florida where I attended Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality Management, and earned my Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management with a Certificate in Event and Meeting Planning. While at FIU I had the opportunity to participate in the Food Network’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival as both an Event and Culinary Lead. I also hold a Certificate in Nonprofit Fundraising from Boston University. In August 2021 I moved to Seattle with my husband and son to continue my career in nonprofit fundraising for independent schools.Previously I served as the Director of Development at the Army and Navy Academy and the Coronado Schools Foundation, the Director of Development for Special Events at the Humane Society Naples, and as the Public Relations and Event Coordinator for the South Florida Firefighters Calendar. My passion for fundraising, events and nonprofits can be seen throughout my career. I\'ve worked alongside The Ft. Lauderdale Billfish Tournament as a Committee Member, helping to organize all aspects of the Miami-Dade Tournament Inlet. I have helped plan and organize many nonprofit annual giving and event initiatives raising between up to over $1.8 Million.I have been recognized by Cambridge “Who’s Who of Non-Profits” for demonstrating dedication, leadership and excellence for the work she has done. In January 2012, I was presented the “Thelma Gibson Award for Outstanding Service” by the Women’s Chamber of Commerce and most recently recognized by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce for their \"40 Under 40\" segment.