Outside the Office
Lauren’s sense of curiosity and exploration extends to her vacation time.
Lauren and her family travel the world on scuba-diving trips. She has ventured to more than 20 countries throughout Europe and the Caribbean, logging over 75 hours underwater. Lauren has explored notable ship wrecks including the RMS Rhone in the British Virgin Islands and the Tears of Allah – the James Bond movie prop in the Bahamas. At home, Lauren enjoys spending time with family and is a devoted Kansas City Chiefs fan.
Community Leadership
Lauren serves on the Board of Directors at the Developmental Center of the Ozarks (DCO), where she works closely with the Executive Director to help pursue and uplift DCO’s mission. DCO provides a variety of community-based services for adults and for children under age six. The childcare center is fully inclusive, including some children with special needs and some without. The adult day center caters to adults with special needs, as well as seniors with or without disabilities. DCO also provides employment services that help place individuals with special circumstances and disabilities in stable employment situations.
Lauren also serves on the boards of the Springfield Ballet and Developmental Center of the Ozarks.