Upcoming Appearances
Come see me Work the Room!
Catch me speaking, facilitating, emceeing, and helping audiences connect at upcoming conferences, workshops, and community events.
Some events are open to the public, while others are private or require conference registration. Click through where available for details.
September 29
Small Business Center Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Business Networking Part 1: Building Relationships That Support Your Business
Workshop Facilitator
An interactive workshop focused on building authentic professional relationships, strengthening your network, and creating connections that can support your business over time.
October 4-6
Private Client Conference
“The Engagers” (Emcee & DJ Duo)
Hosting structured networking, evening networking activities, Music Bingo, and conference entertainment.
October 9
Town of Matthews
Comedy Bingo!
Show Producer & Host
An interactive night of live comedy and bingo designed to keep the audience laughing, participating, and engaged from beginning to end.
October 13
Small Business Center Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Business Networking Part 2: Turning Business Relationships Into Real Opportunities
Workshop Facilitator
A practical follow-up workshop focused on nurturing professional relationships, staying connected, and turning strong business relationships into referrals, collaborations, and opportunities.
October 23-24
AENC Fall Conference
Closing Session: Beyond the Inbox: They Didn't Ignore You, They Never Heard You
Workshop Co-Facilitator
In this interactive, high-energy closing session, association professionals will explore how to construct a true "House of Engagement."
November 5
American Evaluation Association: Evaluation Conference 2026
Conference Kickoff & Structured Networking Facilitator
An interactive conference kickoff plus structured networking experience designed to help attendees meet, connect, and build relationships.
November 8
Duckworth’s Comedy Club
Comedy Bingo!
Show Producer & Host
An interactive night of live comedy and bingo designed to keep the audience laughing, participating, and engaged from beginning to end.
November 19
Purpose CLT
Friendsgiving Trivia at Sip City Market & Bottle Shop
Trivia Host
Get ready for a night of brain-teasing trivia and catchy tunes with a Friendsgiving twist, produced by Purpose CLT benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina.
Past Appearances
September 25 | The Swanee Theatre | Comedy Bingo! | Show Producer & Host
September 23-25 | SHRM North Carolina Annual State Conference | Day 1 Mega Session Speaker: The Connection Experience
September 18 | Birkdale Shopping Center | Comedy Bingo! | Show Producer & Host
September 18 | Cabarrus Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Conference | Opening Keynote: Work the Room @ Work
September 16 | NCLifeSci Annual Conference | Conference Emcee
September 9 | Carolinas LGBT Chamber | Lunch & Learn: Networking Workshop | Workshop Facilitator
September 3 | NC Philanthropy Conference | Breakout Session Speaker: Networking for Relationship Building
September 2 | Cabarrus Chamber of Commerce | Networking Workshop | Workshop Facilitator
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Whether you need an emcee, facilitator, structured networking experience, interactive workshop, or something a little outside the box, Lauren helps create events where people participate, connect, and remember the experience.