Laura works at the intersection of journalism and community, striving to connect underrepresented voices with the resources they need. She helps newsrooms and news professionals share knowledge, support each other, improve workflow and evolve the industry while occasionally writing, editing, or photographing the news herself.
Laura is bicoastal — raised in New Jersey, she’s called Los Angeles her home for nearly a decade. She’s worked with the Online News Association, Ann Friedman/Call Your Girlfriend, FRESH Speakers, Mic and more.