Lauren Hackney stepped into the role of Senior Finance Manager at Generations United in September 2024. As a graduate of the University of Georgia, Lauren holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, with a certification in Legal Studies. Most recently in 2023, Lauren received her Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the University of Maryland, DC campus. Lauren oversees the finance function at Generations United which includes budgeting, grant management, cash flow management, and procurement. In her previous work, which included Boys & Girls Clubs of America, she has held roles in traditional corporate finance, procurement, field operations, and accounting. In these roles, she has led efforts to optimize forecasting, run cost-out initiatives, and strengthen internal control procedures.