Laura is an award-winning consultant and trainer specializing in the art of story-based communications and fundraising. She began her career at age 24 by founding the Illinois Student Environmental Network, serving as director for over ten years.
In 2004 Laura assumed the role of Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity. She also served on Urbana City Council from 1997-2004. As President of DO GOOD TRAINING AND CONSULTING, Laura specializes in creative and affordable fundraising for her clients.
In 2008 Laura was named Woman of the Year by Central Ill Magazine. In 2009 DO GOOG CONSULTING was named small business of the year by the Champaign County Chamber of Commerce. Just recently Laura was awarded the LISA MAUNEY Outstanding Fundraising Executive distinction from the Association of Fundraising Professionals of East Central Illinois.