Lauren Thompson, MBA
About Lauren Thompson, MBA
Lauren Thompson, MBA, serves as the Manager of Communications at Plexus, where she oversees internal and external communication strategies, including marketing and social media. She holds a Bachelor's degree in History, International Studies, and Japanese Language and Culture, as well as an MBA in Global Marketing Management.
Work at Plexus
Lauren Thompson has been employed at Plexus Corp. since 2020, currently holding the position of Manager of Communications. In this role, she oversees both internal and external communications strategies, focusing on marketing, corporate, and social media communications. She leads the creation and maintenance of a comprehensive library of communication assets tailored for Plexus audiences. Additionally, she plays a strategic role in guiding specialized teams in these areas.
Education and Expertise
Lauren Thompson holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Global Marketing Management from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, which she completed from 2019 to 2021. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in History, International Studies, and Japanese Language and Culture from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh between 2001 and 2005. Furthermore, she studied Secondary Education and Teaching at Alverno College from 2008 to 2010.
Background
Before her current role at Plexus, Lauren Thompson held various positions in different organizations. She worked at The Opus Group® as a Marketing Services Coordinator and later as a Project Management Coordinator. She also served as a Project Administrator at Hoffman Planning, Design & Construction, Inc. Additionally, she gained experience as an Executive Assistant at Plexus Corp. and as a College Intern at Bucyrus International.
Professional Experience
Lauren Thompson has accumulated diverse professional experience over the years. She worked at Hoffman Planning, Design & Construction, Inc. as a Marketing Coordinator from 2015 to 2017. Prior to that, she spent time at The Opus Group® in various roles, including Marketing Services Coordinator and Project Management Coordinator. Her early career included positions at Bucyrus International and the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, where she served as a Resident Hall Advisor and an International Studies Student Assistant.