SRQ Magazine | December 2023, 35 Under 35 Awards

35 Under 35 Awards

December 2023 Edition

Representing young professionals in the Sarasota and Bradenton Area.

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LAUREN NIELSEN

DIRECTOR OF DONOR ENGAGEMENT-INDIVIDUAL GIVING AND CORPORATE

How did you make your start in your profession and what aspect of your work do you find the most meaningful?

Lauren’s career in the arts began in the spotlight; she has performed as a singer, actor, and dancer in over 30 professional productions. A Sarasota native, Lauren earned a BFA in Musical Theatre and a master’s in Professional Communication from The University of Tampa. For five years, she taught at Sarasota Academy of the Arts. She also competed for nine years in the Miss America and Miss USA organizations, recently serving as Miss Sarasota USA. At Sarasota Orchestra, Lauren is thriving as the Director of Donor Engagement, Individual Giving and Corporate. She supports the Marketing and Donor Engagement teams in implementing appeal strategies, developing relationships with new contributors, and stewarding ongoing donor relationships to inspire increased engagement. Lauren’s role allows her to utilize her entire skill set, as well as her passion for the arts, to connect with people from all walks of life and share the transformative power of music.

I feel lucky to live in Sarasota which has such a vibrant arts community. In my role at Sarasota Orchestra, it is my job to help share the power of music that truly touches the soul.

— Lauren Nielsen

709 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236 941.953.4252 SarasotaOrchestra.org