Lauren Ansley

Lauren Ansley brings a dynamic and engaging approach to her role as Program Director at the School of Professional Studies. She is passionate about connecting ideas and audiences, helping individuals and organizations strengthen their communication, leadership, and professional skills. Before joining UNC Charlotte, Lauren founded and led a corporate entertainment company, specializing in audience engagement, connection, humor, and presentation skills development. Her professional career spans roles in marketing and sales, event management, and workforce development across a range of industries.

Lauren is committed to making training fun, interactive and memorable. She earned her B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from Winthrop University and has called Charlotte home for more than 15 years.