Lauren Palazzo (she/her) is a communications professional with deep roots in tech and design, and a mom who’s endlessly fascinated by how people connect and communicate. As Director of Strategy + Engagement at the Center for Digital Thriving, she makes sure the team’s important work reaches the right people to help shift the conversation on teens and tech in meaningful ways. 

Lauren has worked with tech, product, and design organizations for over a decade — plus a brief foray into the consumer world (shoutout to Vine videos!). But before all that, her very first professional experience was as an intern with the Samaritans of Merrimack Valley, a nonprofit suicide prevention organization. Although brief, it left a lasting impression, and she’s beyond thrilled to now work alongside bright minds championing youth wellbeing and digital agency.

Outside of work, she’s usually found carrying snacks and beverages for her two littles — and a maple latte for herself (when she can find a third hand!).