Lauren Mc Kie
About Lauren Mc Kie
Lauren Mc Kie serves as the Director of Philanthropic Development at Sesame Workshop, where she has worked since 2019. She has held various roles in corporate partnerships and development, including positions at the New York Botanical Garden and Save the Children US.
Current Role at Sesame Workshop
Lauren Mc Kie serves as the Director of Philanthropic Development at Sesame Workshop, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on developing and managing philanthropic initiatives that support the organization's mission. Her work involves building relationships with donors and partners to secure funding for various projects aimed at improving children's education and well-being.
Previous Experience at New York Botanical Garden
Prior to her current role, Lauren Mc Kie worked at the New York Botanical Garden in various capacities. She served as the Director of Strategic Partnerships from 2014 to 2019, where she was responsible for establishing and nurturing partnerships that aligned with the garden's goals. Additionally, she held the position of Interim AVP, Corporate Partnerships for five months in 2019, focusing on corporate engagement strategies.
Experience at Save the Children US
Lauren Mc Kie was employed at Save the Children US from 2011 to 2014 as the Manager of Global Corporate Partnership Development and Strategy. In this role, she developed strategies to engage corporate partners and enhance the organization's global initiatives. Her work contributed to building sustainable partnerships that supported children's rights and welfare.
Educational Background
Lauren Mc Kie studied at Harvard Business School, where she completed the Executive Education Program focused on Creating Shared Value: Competitive Advantage through Social Impact. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Bryant University. Her educational background equips her with the skills to navigate complex philanthropic landscapes.
Early Career in Sales and Marketing
Before transitioning to the nonprofit sector, Lauren Mc Kie worked in the private sector from 2006 to 2011 in sales and marketing roles. This experience provided her with foundational skills in business development and strategic communication, which she later applied to her work in philanthropic development.