Lauren Hardin

About Lauren Hardin

I’m a Senior Program Manager who thrives at the intersection of strategy, operations, and people. With 15+ years of experience across technology, healthcare, education, and workforce development, I specialize in building programs and systems that help organizations move faster, collaborate better, and support the people doing the work.My sweet spot is turning complex or ambiguous initiatives into clear, scalable programs. Whether launching a new program, coordinating cross-functional teams, or building the operational backbone behind an initiative, I enjoy creating the structure that helps ideas become real and sustainable.Over the course of my career, I’ve led large-scale initiatives focused on workforce development, leadership growth, operational systems, and program infrastructure across multi-team and multi-region environments.My work often includes:\" Designing end-to-end program lifecycles (applications, selection, onboarding, engagement, and reporting) Building operational frameworks, SOPs, and communication systems that bring clarity and consistency Facilitating cross-functional collaboration and leadership alignment across complex organizations Creating dashboards, financial tracking systems, and reporting structures that support data-driven decisions Supporting stakeholders, participants, and leadership teams with thoughtful communication and strong program stewardship\"At the heart of my work is a simple belief: the best programs are built for real humans. When programs are thoughtfully designed, people feel supported, organizations move faster, and meaningful work becomes possible.If you’re building programs that bring together strategy, systems, and people, I’d love to connect.

Experience

1. Senior Program Manager

   Simplicity Consulting

   Jun 2025 — Present · Kirkland, WA, US

   Summary:Lead strategic program operations, workforce initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration across large enterprise accounts. Partner with leadership to design scalable processes, improve operational continuity, and support people-focused programs that enhance client engagement, consultant experience, and organizational alignment.Key Contributions:Drive end-to-end program operations, including intake, requirements gathering, workflows, documentation, reporting structures, and stakeholder communicationDevelop scalable systems, SOPs, templates, and frameworks that improve consistency, efficiency, and clarity across Talent Solutions workstreamsLead cross-functional collaboration with Talent Managers, Client Success, and leadership to support organizational planning, operational readiness, and strategic alignmentManage project lifecycles and operational processes that support consultant onboarding, engagement, retention, and experienceCreate and refine dashboards, trackers, and reporting tools that support data-driven decisions across multiple client groups and internal teamsSupport long-term workforce strategy efforts, including capability development, people programs, and consultant enablement initiativesFacilitate meetings, RoB cadence, and team communication to ensure alignment across distributed teams and partner groupsChampion human-centered program design, ensuring processes and communication support clarity, inclusivity, and a positive consultant experienceSkills Used:Program Management · People Programs · Consultant Experience · Operational Strategy · Stakeholder Management · Process Improvement · SOP Design · Program Architecture · Cross-Functional Collaboration · Workforce Development · RoB · Communication Planning

Education

• Western Washington University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA

• Seattle University

  Masters

Skills

• Nonprofit Organizations
• Community Outreach
• Program Management
• Financial Aid Administration
• Policy Analysis
• Event Management
• Higher Education
• Training
• Nonprofits
• Public Speaking
• Research
• Program Development
• Written & Oral Presentation Skills
• Student Development
• Career Counseling
• Leadership
• Academic Advising
• Event Planning
• Student Affairs
• Staff Development
• Student Financial Aid
• Project Management
• Policy
• Student Employment