SPEAKING & EVENTS
Lauren Thomas, author of The Modern Hippie Table, inspires women to embrace intentional hosting as a way to bridge generational gaps within families and foster meaningful conversations. Through her engaging talks, she explores how the dining table can become a powerful platform for connection, including addressing delicate topics such as financial decisions, family dynamics, and life transitions. Whether speaking to female clients of financial organizations or women’s groups, Lauren demonstrates how thoughtful gatherings—and even a simple charcuterie board—can build trust and connection.
“Lauren Thomas is a Breath of Fresh Air”
I recently attended a Northern Trust networking event in North Palm Beach and was pleasantly surprised and immediately inspired by social media influencer/blogger Lauren Thomas. Her clever approach to building community around a charcuterie board was framed in a way I had not contemplated before. Not only did I leave that event empowered to act upon my new found food presentation skills, but I also relived the humor she infused into the evening for days. Lauren is naturally and brilliantly funny. I purchased her book “The Modern Hippie Table” (for me and for friends and family) and also get my daily dose of inspiration from her instagram page.
~ Marcia Morrissey, Senior Vice President of Sales, flyExclusive
“A True Highlight of our Elevating Women Event”
Lauren’s expertise in creating a warm and inviting atmosphere was truly demonstrated during the Elevating Women event she co-hosted at Northern Trust. Lauren seamlessly transitioned from discussing table settings to addressing the importance of financial dialogues within families. The dynamic debate that ensued between Northern Trust Partners, clients, and guests was a testament to Lauren’s ability to spark meaningful conversations. As the event came to a close, the participants left feeling empowered and inspired. Lauren’s presentation was a true highlight of our Elevating Women event.
~ Diane Cruz, DES Vice President | Regional Marketing Director, South Florida | Northern Trust
“Engaging and Enriching”
Lauren recently hosted an event for my group on the art of creating charcuterie boards and facilitating intentional conversations, which greatly resonated with the group. Lauren’s ability to blend creativity with meaningful dialogue created an atmosphere that was both engaging and enriching. Through this interactive event, the women learned not only how to make one-of-a-kind charcuterie boards, but also how to engage in purposeful dialogue that encourages connection through intention. Lauren’s expertise and warmth left a lasting impression and my group left feeling both inspired and connected.”
~ Robyn Yglesias, Chapter Manager, YPO MiamiGold
