“After meeting with Lauren, I invited her to join Leadership BRG. Lauren is a doer who is constantly focussed on problem-solving, taking initiative, advancing customer experience, and bringing things to the next level. I appreciated her leadership in the BRG to promote DEI as well as her role as a fantastic Treasury and Product partner to enhance customer services. Lauren possesses valuable qualities such as leadership, a desire to help others, and a willingness to embrace challenges. With her determination and innovative thinking, she will continue to excel in her career and make a positive impact as a trailblazer in her organization. Being able to effectively convey ideas, listen actively, and collaborate with others contributes to her success as a leader and in bringing out the best in those around her. I will welcome Lauren in any team and organization.”
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Brought some additional company with us to the 24th Annual Big Shoulders Fund Golf outing at Olympia Fields. I've played in and served on the…
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Exciting times at the Women in Manufacturing Chapter Leadership Workshop! As proud sponsors, we at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) are thrilled to be part…
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Experience & Education
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Associated Bank
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Advisory Committee Member
Waukesha County Technical College
- Present 11 months
Education
WCTC's School of Business
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HBI Leadership Council Member
Helen Bader Institute for Nonprofit Management
- Present 6 months
Education
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Committee Member
Waukesha County Business Alliance
- Present 7 years 9 months
Talent Solutions Council
Nonprofit Executive Council
Ambassador
Past:
AMP- Alliance Morning Program
PWDN- Professional Women's Development Network
Education Policy Committee
Education Steering Committee -
Committee Member
HAP (Hmong American Partnership)
- Present 10 months
Finance Committee
Special Initiatives Committee - Strategic Planning -
Committee Member
JDRF International
- Present 6 years 8 months
Health
JDRF Wisconsin - Corporate Development Committee
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JDRF Wisconsin - Annual Gala Committee -
Community Volunteer
Associated Bank
- Present 1 year 2 months
Large group volunteer opportunities through Associated Bank and our team of colleagues... these are the organizations I had the pleasure of serving.
2023 - Hunger Task Force
2023 - Junior Achievement -
Worship Volunteer
Church
- Present 5 years 8 months
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Board Member
Waukesha County Technical College Foundation
- Present 2 months
Education
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Communications Chair
Wintrust Financial Corporation
- 10 months
Leadership Coalition, Business Resource Group (LC BRG)
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Committee Member
Wisconsin Association of Finance Professionals
- 2 years 6 months
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Signage Chair
American Diabetes Association
- 11 months
Health
ADA - Southeastern Wisconsin Chapter. Ride for Diabetes event in Grafton, Wisconsin
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Sponsorship Coordinator
Go Vanessa
- 2 months
Health
One of three organizers for a local fundraising event for 'Go Vanessa'. The event proceeds went directly to a Lake Country Woman battling Cancer in her mid-20's. Many local Small Businesses donated raffle items to the event and hosted an after-party. My primary role was leveraging business relationships in the area for sponsorships, donations and support. Marketing the walk/run. And lead MC during the event.
Publications
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Nonprofit Banking
Associated Bank - Thought Leadership
See publicationNonprofits partner with banks to access treasury management services, lending options and specialized accounts that fit their size and automation needs. But the relationship can be more than that. Together, they can reach community goals and the people and causes these nonprofits serve.
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In the Vault with Treasury Management: Focus on Banking Technology
Milwaukee Commerce - 2021 Summer Issue (pg. 10-11)
See publicationOne of the major business lessons of the pandemic is the importance of growth in your digital journey, throughout all areas of your business. Remote workplaces, security, and a more efficient use of human capital are just some of the factors. Here are just a few of the ways application programming interface (API) banking can help your business connect to secure file transfer protocol (SFTP) for account balance and activity reporting, payment files, and data translation services.
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6 ways to protect your business from fraud
Milwaukee Commerce - 2021 Spring Issue (pg. 12-13)
See publicationFrom entrepreneurial endeavors to global corporations, every type of business can benefit from a strong cybersecurity strategy. And now, with more employees working remotely than ever, it’s even more critical to protect your organization against fraud. Here are some things to concentrate on to help keep your business safe.
Courses
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Fundamentals of Wintrust Leadership
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Leadership Waukesha County
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The Power of Leading Inclusively - Uncovering your Unconscious Bias
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Projects
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National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin- Leadership Experience - Leadership Waukesha County (Waukesha County Business Alliance)
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Gaining leadership experience while working with the Executive Director of NKFW, alongside board members and other Leadership Waukesha County students.
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UGRP- Water Quality- Whitewater Watershed
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Presentations: Ithaca, New York | Whitewater, WI
Honors & Awards
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Finalist - Corporate Volunteer of the Year (2023)
BizTimes
Milwaukee Nonprofit Excellence Awards Finalist
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Wintrust Emerald Award
Wintrust Treasury Management
4x Outstanding Treasury Performance - 100%+ Sales (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022)
Organizations
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Forward Abilities CRG - Associated Bank
Member
- PresentCelebrates the unique abilities in everyone through disability awareness, education and programs that support the needs of our colleagues and communities.
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Cultural Awareness CRG - Associated Bank
Member
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Tempo Waukesha
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LPGA Amateur - Milwaukee
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Waukesha County Business Alliance
Member
- PresentBegan my involvement as an active member of WCBA with Town Bank/Wintrust in 2016 - through to today at Associated Bank.
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WIAFP- Wisconsin Association for Finance Professionals
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EWL/Tempo Milwaukee
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-EWL Member
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