Laura has diverse background in integrative health, athletics, and business. Having earned a bachelor’s degree in business management, Laura spent over a decade of her early career in small businesses, gaining experience in marketing, operations, and business development.
Laura was a heptathlete and competed at the national level in the 400-meter hurdles at Linfield University, where she also spent eight seasons as an Assistant Track and Field Coach. Laura coached the school record holder in the 60-meter hurdles and many other athletes to achieve Academic All-American, Conference Champion, and All-Conference honors. She is a Certified Specialist in the Sprint, Hurdle, & Relay Events from the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA).
In 2018, Laura collaborated with a career coach to clarify her passions, values, and purpose, leading her to pursue coaching and teaching full-time. In May 2022, she graduated from the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) with a Master of Arts Degree in Integrative Health Studies. At CIIS, Laura served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and obtained certifications in guided imagery and patient navigation.
As a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), Laura is dedicated to empowering people to achieve optimal well-being in all aspects of their lives.