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Laureen Young
Editor
Laureen is a career editor with a strong passion for clear, meaningful communication. She has worked with Guide to Greater Gainesville, Guide to Greater Tampa Bay and Home: Living in Greater Gainesville Magazine, where she helped shape stories that connect with readers and highlight the people behind the work.
For the past three years, Laureen has been proud to contribute to the Fierce Awards, leveraging her skills to support an event that honors women of character and achievement. She is excited to return once again and be part of a team that celebrates inspiring women, meaningful stories and the power of thoughtful storytelling.