Lauren Biggers joined the Room to Grow team in 2019 as an External Relations Manager, bringing with her over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. At Room to Grow, she oversees institutional giving in the New York office. Her favorite part of her work has always been getting to know people and helping to support their passions. Lauren graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with honors and a degree in journalism. Originally from Charlotte, N.C., she now resides in the Bronx with her husband Ainsley, their seven-month-old daughter Florence, and her 10-year-old cat January. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, hanging out with her friends and family, and taking spinning and yoga classes.