Staff

As Executive Director of The Adcraft Club of Detroit, Lauren will oversee the strategic direction and management of the nonprofit’s key pillars: Events, Networking, Professional Development, Education, Membership and The Adcraft Scholarship Foundation.  She will also lead the expansion of Adcraft by identifying key development and growth opportunities with a specific focus on female empowerment, diversity/inclusion training, and Gen Z engagement by spearheading the organizations first-ever high school program. Lauren’s work is fueled by her contagious energy and love for people—community, family, and friends are priorities; Lauren’s projects come packaged with her signature fun, joy, and creativity.

Lauren, a proud graduate of Michigan State University (GO GREEN!), began her career with Detroit’s own Campbell-Ewald and BBDO Detroit, first joining the Adcraft Young Professionals Club in 2005 to help build engagement and connection within the 20 to 30-year-old members of the community.  

After a five year stint in Los Angeles where she pursued digital ad sales and a membership with ThinkLA, the city’s media, marketing, and advertising collective, she returned to Detroit in 2012 to continue a successful career managing multiple Midwestern territories, accounts, and agencies. A true connector, she’s eager to work closely and build life-long relationships with the board, members, students, educators and all Adcraft supporters.  

As Events Manager, Debbie oversees all Adcraft events including planning, implementation, management and promotion. In her role, Debbie works with the Executive Director and Events Committee to help to maintain Adcraft’s vision and goals for each event while ensuring flawless experiences for all event participants and sponsors.

As Marketing & Social Strategist, Avery oversees Adcraft Detroit’s social media channels. From crafting compelling copy to designing visuals, she fuels engagement across platforms, from Facebook to Instagram. Avery’s role extends to event support, membership management, and even web design, ensuring Adcraft’s 2,200+ contacts stay connected.

As a proud graduate of Eastern Michigan University and a Certified Nonprofit Professional, Avery began her nonprofit career in My SISTAH’s Keeper in St Criox, Virgin Islands and Growing to Give before joining Adcraft Detroit to help enhance engagement with those new to the marketing/advertising industry. A catalyst, Avery’s goal is to help others reach their education and professional goals with the help of the Adcraft Detroit community.