Lauren Ries
About Lauren Ries
Lauren Ries is a Contracts Manager at Cask, where she has worked since 2020. She has a diverse background in contract administration and talent management, with previous roles at Cask, AdaptiveBlue, and the University of Massachusetts Lowell.
Current Role at Cask
Lauren Ries currently serves as the Contracts Manager at Cask, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing contract management processes and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Her experience in contract administration allows her to effectively manage competing priorities while adhering to strict timelines.
Previous Experience at Cask
Lauren Ries has held multiple positions at Cask. She worked as a Contracts Administrator from 2016 to 2019, where she developed her expertise in contract management. Subsequently, she served as the Director of Talent & Performance Management for one year from 2019 to 2020. These roles contributed to her comprehensive understanding of organizational operations and contract-related processes.
Education and Certifications
Lauren Ries has a diverse educational background. She studied International Studies at Point Loma Nazarene University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2004 to 2009. She later pursued a Paralegal Certificate at the University of San Diego from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she completed a Certificate in Intellectual Property Law at UC San Diego Extension from 2016 to 2018. Her education supports her professional expertise in contract management.
Professional Background
Lauren Ries has accumulated a range of professional experiences prior to her current role. She worked as a Contract Administrator at the University of Massachusetts Lowell for eight months in 2015-2016. Additionally, she held positions at AdaptiveBlue as a Customer Service Representative and at WorkLife Partnership as Assistant to the Executive Director. Her background includes roles that emphasize client relations and administrative support.
Skills and Expertise
Lauren Ries possesses strong skills in relationship management, emphasizing the importance of building rapport with both internal and external clients. She has demonstrated expertise in managing competing priorities and maintaining tact and diplomacy in her professional interactions. These skills are essential in her current role as Contracts Manager, where effective communication and negotiation are critical.