Hello! I’m Laura.

I design dynamic systems, resources, and experiences that support people in connecting, learning, and pursuing their purpose.

What I’m Working On

Program Manager, David H. Smith Conservation Research Fellowship Program

Leading the growth and development of the Smith Fellows community and Fellowship program (a two year post-doctoral research and professional development program for emerging leaders in conservation science and practice).

Practitioner & Facilitator, Organizational Constellations

Currently training in systemic constellations: A coaching methodology and way of working that supports individual leaders, teams, and organizations in navigating complexity and change by leveraging collective wisdom and a systemic lens.

Board Member, Indiana Phenology

Empowering Hoosiers of all ages to participate in citizen science and observe the timing and impact of seasonal changes in nature.

Consultant, Independent Practice

Providing specialized support in project management, learning experience design, and strategic operations advising to nonprofits and businesses working for a better world.

Partner, Mobius Method

Facilitating collaborative learning experiences to meet the evolving developmental needs of purpose-driven leaders and teams.

Laura designs dynamic systems, programs, and experiences that support people in connecting, learning, and pursuing their purpose.

In June 2024, Laura joined Smith Fellows and the Society for Conservation Biology as the Smith Fellows Program Manager, where she stewards the growth and development of both the Smith Fellows community and the two-year Fellowship program.

Laura has 10+ years experience consulting independently and as part of Mobius Method, specializing in learning and development, project management, and leadership and culture.

Laura served as Program Director for the Byron Fellowship Educational Foundation from 2013 to 2021, managing the annual fellowship program while developing ongoing educational offerings to support a robust global community of alumni.

Laura is a certified practitioner of the Systemic Leadership Coaching & Organizational Constellation methodology (dual-certified by the International Coaching Federation & the Center for Systemic Constellations) and continues to train as a constellations practitioner.

Laura also serves on the board of Indiana Phenology, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Hoosiers of all ages to participate in citizen science and observe the timing and impact of seasonal changes in nature.

She holds a Bachelor’s (BS) in Economics from Bentley University, and a Master’s in Environmental Science (MSES) and Public Affairs (MPA) from Indiana University’s School of Public and Environmental Affairs (O’Neill School).

Laura lives in Indianapolis, Indiana with her husband Dan and dog Kaito. She enjoys traveling and creative making of all kinds (sewing, cooking, gardening, furniture building, and more).

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