Lauren Friedman is the Senior Manager, Programs and Events at Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy. In this capacity, Lauren serves the WRISE network by developing and managing high quality programming and events that further the organization’s mission and reach.

Prior to joining WRISE, Lauren spent nearly a decade in nonprofit program and operations management at fellow national renewable energy nonprofits, GRID Alternatives and RE-volv.

Lauren brings a strategic approach to program management, centering participant experience and process. Her work has focused on exposing underserved populations to renewable energy career pathways and training opportunities. She’s excited to continue that work at WRISE with an expanded focus of supporting the WRISE community through all career stages of growth. Lauren is a long-time WRISE volunteer and previously served as co-chair for the Webinar Committee and Leadership Forum Content Committee.

Lauren obtained both her bachelor’s and master’s degree in public administration from Florida State University. She lives in San Francisco, California with her husband and cat and enjoys travel, baking, and a good book in her free time.