Lauren Washington

Lauren Washington is a seasoned entrepreneur and leader with extensive experience in the startup ecosystem. Currently serving as Co-Chair at Founders For Kamala and Co-Founder and CEO of Fundr, which leverages data and AI for startup investment insights, Lauren is also an active member of the Mayor’s Task Force for Austin Women Entrepreneurs. With roles as Co-Founder of Black Future House, Entrepreneur in Residence at the University at Buffalo, and multiple advisory positions, Lauren is deeply involved in fostering innovation and inclusivity within the venture space. A former Research Fellow at Impact Capital Managers and Advisor for New Profit's Inclusive Future Fund, Lauren's background is complemented by an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a BA in Journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.