Lauren Conness brings nearly a decade of experience in fundraising and philanthropy to the Denver Health Foundation. With a background in higher education and community-based fundraising, she has successfully secured and stewarded major gifts, led multi-million-dollar campaigns, and engaged boards, committees, and high-level volunteers to advance organizational priorities. In her role, Lauren is committed to serving as a resource to funding partners as they join in the Foundation’s efforts to expand equitable access to healthcare and support innovative research that benefits the Denver community. Lauren earned a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She and her family recently relocated to Denver from Seattle and have greatly enjoyed becoming part of the city’s vibrant and welcoming community. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and exploring all that her new city has to offer.