Laura Prengaman

Your title: Donor & Database Systems Specialist 

Tell us a bit about your background: My background is in marketing, hospitality and events.  

Why did you join the team at United Way of Greater Stark County? I felt like the day-to-day work I was doing was helping to make a difference in the community.  

Briefly explain your role at United Way: I manage a number of databases and work to ensure we are effectively utilizing donor software.  

Have you held any previous positions at United Way? If so, what positions? Director of Corporate & Volunteer Engagement, Assistant Director of Campaign and Resource Development Project Manager. 

What do you enjoy most about your work at United Way? Working with like-minded people who care about our community. 

What community partners or volunteer programs are you most passionate about supporting? Please explain. Collaborations throughout our community are the best way for us to make a difference.  

What do you like to do outside of work? Painting, playing with my Great Pyrenees Sulley and spending time with friends and family.  

If you could share any piece of advice with the children of Stark County, what would it be? Dream big.