Lauren Werner is the COO of Shop Shops, a live stream shopping app with a talented team of 50-60 employees across five countries. She is an experienced operations executive with a record of piloting, scaling, and managing new businesses and marketplaces. Lauren is lauded by her direct reports as a stabilizing force with an unflappable presence, known for her empathy, clear communication, and methodical approach to managing and scaling distributed teams. In this episode, Annie Riley, Founder of Fort Light, sits down with Lauren to discuss her leadership strategies, the importance of maintaining composure and stability in high-pressure startup environments, and effective communication and prioritization in managerial relationships. Tune in to explore Lauren's experience in navigating multicultural leadership and her journey as a woman leader in tech. Connect with Lauren Werner Connect with Annie Riley Check out Fort Light to level up your leadership skills Connect with our show’s producer Alexis Ramdaou Nominate your Best Manager Ever for Season 2 This is a Production of Fort Light and Now it’s Hear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.