Lara Glaser
About Lara Glaser
Lara Glaser is a Senior Operations and Project Manager at Operation HOPE, with a background in early childhood education and extensive experience in managing client relationships. She previously held various roles at The University of Florida Lastinger Center and has a strong commitment to promoting equity for marginalized communities.
Current Role at Operation HOPE
Lara Glaser serves as the Senior Operations and Project Manager at Operation HOPE, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, she oversees various operational projects aimed at enhancing the organization's mission. Her role involves developing and implementing strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the organization.
Previous Experience at The University of Florida Lastinger Center
Prior to her current role, Lara Glaser worked at The University of Florida Lastinger Center as the Senior Client Services Manager from 2019 to 2021. In this capacity, she managed client relationships and ensured the delivery of services aligned with the center's goals. Additionally, she held the position of Early Childhood Operations Manager at the same institution from 2015 to 2019, where she focused on operational management within early childhood education.
Background in Early Childhood Education
Lara Glaser has a strong background in early childhood education, having worked as an Adjunct Instructor at Santa Fe College from 2014 to 2015. She also served as an Administrative Coordinator at the University of Florida for nine months in 2014. Her career began as an early learning center director, which laid the foundation for her subsequent leadership roles in regional organizations.
Leadership Roles in Early Learning Coalitions
Lara Glaser has held significant leadership positions in various Early Learning Coalitions. She was the Executive Director of the Early Learning Coalition of Flagler & Volusia from 2006 to 2013, and later served as the Executive Director of the Early Learning Coalition of Florida's Gateway, Inc. from 2013 to 2014. In these roles, she managed programs and initiatives aimed at improving early childhood education services across multiple counties.
Educational Qualifications
Lara Glaser holds a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Central Florida. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences from the University of Florida. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in early childhood education and operational management.