Lauren Calmet

Lauren Calmet currently serves as a Special Assistant at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, appointed by the Biden-Harris administration. Prior to this role, Lauren was the Senior Director of Political Affairs and Engagement at The American Institute of Architects, where responsibilities included cultivating stakeholder relationships and overseeing AIA's political action committee. Lauren's experience also includes positions as Political Manager at Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, Senior Advisor to a U.S. Congresswoman, Political Director for the Florida Democratic Party, and Director of Mobilization & Community Affairs at the Florida Coalition for Children. Lauren holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Affairs from Florida State University, complemented by minors in Education, Hospitality, and Social Work.