Lauren Crawford

Lauren Crawford is an experienced professional in event management and development, currently serving as the Director of Development and Special Events at Banner Health Foundation & Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation since September 2021. Prior to this role, Lauren held various positions within Banner Health, including Special Events Manager and Development Coordinator for Special Events, starting in October 2016. Earlier experience includes roles as Sales Manager for Catering at Starwood Hotels & Resorts and Sales Manager for Business Travel at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company. Lauren also served as Business Transient Sales Manager at Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort and held an internship in Catering Sales and Conference Services at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain. Lauren earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Tourism Development and Management from Arizona State University in 2012.