Lauren is co-Founder and Executive Director of MathHappens. She has an undergraduate math degree from University of Chicago. She later completed the UTeach Credential Program at University of Texas at Austin. She served as Head of Math at Ace Academy for five years. Lauren is principal co-author of the article: Teaching Algebra Concepts by Modeling Telescope Optics, and she designed the MathHappens conic section models that have been distributed to over 3,500 educators. Lauren has overseen MathHappens' growth from one location to twelve in six states, she directs new programs, and manages and mentors staff. She also serves in a board position for the Austin Museum Partnership.