Lauren Smyjunas
Director of Communications
With a decade of service within the Jewish community, Lauren is committed to creating enriching experiences for all. In her role, Lauren spearheads the strategic vision for the Communications team. Before joining Wise Temple, Lauren was at the Mayerson JCC, where she facilitated impactful experiences for Camp at the J, After School Programming, Youth & Family, and more, fostering a sense of belonging for all families. Lauren holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Indiana University and a Master of Education Degree with a certificate in Administration and Leadership from Gratz College.
In addition to her expertise in education and community programming, Lauren comes with a background in communications through various publications. She has extensive experience working in both print and design. Lauren is a lifelong member of Wise Temple and a Cincinnati native and resides in the Blue Ash area with her husband, Robert, her son, David, and their cats Bella and Bailey.
