Lauren Carlisle (They/Them/Theirs) is a performing artist, writer, coder, education technology research professional, relationship skills coach and trapeze student. Raised in a southern christian evangelical home and vocally a-religious since 2004, Lauren’s personal and creative journey focused on self-discovery and recovery on stage, page, and pole.

Lauren’s professional career explores the intersection of technology, business, and education. Lauren’s public service journey has centered around transgender rights and mental health. Lauren currently lives with their husband (Ben) and two cats (Hamm and Violet) in Washington DC where they serve as a member of the board of directors of HIPS, a local harm reduction non-profit. When not at work(s), Lauren can be found on the flying or static trapeze.