Lauren Terrell

Experience

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  The International Foundation for Electoral Systems

  Nov 2007 - Jan 2020

  Directed governance activities; provided strategic and administrative advice to board leadership on all aspects of board engagement; served as the liaison between board leadership and the organization to ensure alignment of strategic priorities; maintained knowledge and provided advice on relevant laws, regulations, and governance practices.Led the organization’s compliance efforts; served as an independent and objective body responsible for conducting and documenting internal investigations and providing recommendations for resolution; assessed compliance risks within the organization; co-chaired the Policy Working group tasked with the development and implementation of policies and procedures.Responsible for supervisory management of Executive Office employees; provided strategic oversight and leadership on advocacy efforts; managed fundraising initiatives, including events and online giving.Repeatedly recognized for top performance via in-line promotions. Show less

  • Board Governance and Compliance Advisor

    Oct 2018 - Jan 2020

  • Manager, Board Affairs, Outreach, and Compliance

    Mar 2012 - Oct 2018

  • Executive Assistant

    Nov 2007 - Mar 2012
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  United Way

  Jan 2020 - Sept 2022

  Director of Governance

  Led the governance and board operations for the organization, including the development and implementation of the strategic goals and objectives of United Way Worldwide’s governance structure.Responsible for all aspects of board development, committee engagement, volunteer leadership engagement, recruitment, onboarding, and board communication. Responsible for all aspects of planning and execution of United Way Worldwide’s annual meeting, for 1,000 plus members, to include management of the voting and proxy process. Show less

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  Internet Society

  Sept 2022 - now

  Director of Governance and Board Operations