Lauren Epstein

Lauren Epstein is a seasoned consultant and advisor actively engaged with various companies since June 2023, providing investment and business strategy guidance within the innovation ecosystem. In addition to serving as a Venture Partner at Storytime Capital, where focus lies on investing in transformative pre-seed and seed stage companies, Lauren also holds the position of Senior Advisor and Vice President at Epstein Enterprises Inc., supporting a Toronto-based family office in diverse investment areas. Lauren's leadership extends to Katalyst Data Management as a Director and encompasses mentorship roles at notable organizations like the Creative Destruction Lab and NEXT Canada. Previous experience includes a Principal role at StandUp Ventures, an Associate position at OMERS Ventures, and corporate governance responsibilities as Corporate Secretary for Katalyst Data Management. Educational credentials include an MBA from the Rotman School of Management and a JD from the University of Toronto, complemented by a BA in Government from Harvard University.