Lauren Surman

LWL Consulting

Founder

Sendoso

Sendoso is the Official Gifting Sponsor of The Friday Live With Lauren Show! Tune in every Friday LIVE on LinkedIn for your chance to win a gifting experience from Sendoso! Link to attend is located in the events tab!

Brand Ambassador

Betterleap

Excited to announce that I'll be partnering with Betterleap - the company with a mission to 10x recruiters productivity. Want to learn how Betterleap can take away some of your recruiting headaches? 

DM me today to learn more OR use www.betterleap.com/laurensurman to sign up for your FREE trial today!

The Friday Live With Lauren Show

As the host and executive producer of The Friday Live With Lauren Show, I’ve created a platform on LinkedIn, YouTube, and X for streaming each Friday. Each episode features industry leaders discussing four topics relevant to their experience. 

The three core pillars of the show is to Learn, Laugh  and Level-Up

Highlights:

Audience Growth: Achieved over 10,000 viewers and 46,870 minutes watched in the past year alone. 

Influential Guests: Hosted leaders with a combined following of 1.1 million+ followers on LinkedIn and over 500k followers on platforms like YouTube and X. 
Engaging Segments: Invited on Michelle Craig to host "High Five Friday," celebrating LinkedIn network achievements and achieving audience growth. 

Skills and Impact:
Content Creation: Plan and produce hour-long episodes with expert guests.
Promotion: Promote shows on LinkedIn, inviting up to 1,000 new viewers weekly.
Brand Visibility: Enhanced my personal brand and used show content for marketing.

Key Guests Hosted:
April Little
Henry Schuk
Amy Miller
Morgan J Ingram
Kevin KD Dorsey
Leslie Venetz
Joel Lalgee
Jen Allen-Knuth
Chaniqua (Nikki) Ivey
+ More

Sponsorships:
Sold sponsorships to B2B companies that would benefit from partnering with the live show. Tracked all analytics and pitched companies on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly sponsorship rate. 

This role has been key in growing my brand and connecting with a wide audience through engaging and insightful live shows.

To be a guest on the show email lauren@lessonswithlauren.co with the subject line "LIVE SHOW GUEST"

and remember... "If you didn't like it, don't come back!"

Host & Executive Producer

The Accountability Group

Grow your network and engagement by posting consistently on LinkedIn for 30 days in this guided group.

Text Blaze

Eliminate repetitive typing tasks and mistakes. Save dynamic text snippets and insert them anywhere on the web.

Kastel Staffing Group

Recruiter

It's Destiny Recruiting

Expert at Video Prospecting, Cold Calling, Boolean Search, Business Development, and CRM Management. 

SaaS Sales Diversity and Inclusion Recruiting - 80% of the candidates we have placed in 2020/2021 were women and those of diverse being, thought and life experiences.

We focus on placing SDR/MDR, Account Executives, Customer Success, Account Manager and Executive Level Sales Leadership Professionals.

Our Specialties: SaaS, Cloud, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Cyber Security/ Networking and True AI Platforms. Mid Market and Enterprise.

Sales Recruiter

CADY

Regional Studio Sales Manager

Studio Sales Manager

iRemember

Live Instagram Hashtag Printer for events 

We provided live hashtag printers for events all over central and south Florida. 

In the business of helping you capture the moment for years to come, and to get photos in print rather than just on your phone and on the internet. 

By supplying a hashtag printer, we encourage attendees to support your social media accounts, as well as offer the ability to promote future events on the printed hashtag photos.

If I Can’t, My Network Can | Placing The Right People In The Right Roles | Fixing Your Job Search Strategy | Live Every Friday on The Friday Live With Lauren Show

Hi! 👋

I'm 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧, the Founder at 𝐋𝐖𝐋, a 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 focusing on 𝐒𝐚𝐚𝐒, 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡, 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠.

I thrive on the "𝐟𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐢𝐭-𝐨𝐮𝐭-𝐧𝐨-𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫-𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭" mentality, firmly believing that I will conquer any challenge that comes my way. People often describe me as 𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜, 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞, and I was even dubbed "The Bad Girl of LinkedIn." My social butterfly nature complements my 𝐮𝐧𝐰𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 on achieving results, as I effortlessly 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞 to create opportunities anywhere I go.

My professional journey has been diverse, spanning hospitality, operations, construction, sales, and now recruiting. My background has equipped me with a 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥-𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐬𝐞𝐭 - I believe I can work in any industry, because 𝐦𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞. I have successfully managed teams of 100+ individuals, closed deals worth up to $1.2 million, and even had the privilege of serving as Mr. Marriott's personal server.

While my professional life is thriving, my 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐞 is being a mom to my energetic 6-year-old, Axel. Balancing the demands of work and family brings joy and fulfillment. In my downtime, I love to hit the range 🏌️‍♀️, snuggle my two dogs, and even make it to the beach for sunrise occasionally.

My guiding motto is simple yet powerful: "𝑰𝒇 𝑰 𝑪𝒂𝒏'𝒕, 𝑴𝒚 𝑵𝒆𝒕𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌 𝑪𝒂𝒏." I believe in teamwork and collaboration. By working together and using the strengths of our network, we can accomplish remarkable things. Building 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 is important to me, and I'm dedicated to making a 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 on the lives of those I work with. 

If you're seeking a driven and results-oriented partner in recruitment or looking for expert guidance in your job search, 𝐃𝐌 𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲!

Creatively Influenced

Lead the planning and structural design of comprehensive instructional programs, focusing on digital literacy and professional upskilling for adult learners.

Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with external organizations, securing resources and expanding program reach to ensure long-term program sustainability.

Manage all program logistics and materials for instructional workshops, guaranteeing seamless delivery and a high-quality, consistent learner experience.

Personally deliver 1:1 and small-group training while applying Agile methodologies (Scrum principles) to manage content timelines and drive the efficient, iterative development of learning materials.

Develop content outlines and learning assets using Canva and Google Suite, authoring Quick Reference Guides (QRGs) to simplify complex technology for practical application.

Oversee performance data and learner feedback to continuously improve the program's content and design, ensuring optimal knowledge transfer and skill application.

Program Manager

Direct all aspects of the consulting business, including client acquisition, project scoping, contract negotiation, and scheduling, demonstrating strong business acumen and project management skills.

Provided specialized Learning and Performance Consulting services for individual clients to close critical skill gaps in digital literacy and professional competencies.

Design and develop customized, performance-based learning plans aligned with individual goals, resulting in a 30% increase in measurable comprehension and fluency outcomes for clients.

Cultivate client relationships and collaborate with external stakeholders (e.g., families, educators) to monitor progress, adjust strategies, and ensure high client satisfaction and sustained growth.

Conduct individual needs assessments and deliver 1:1 training on foundational concepts and digital tools, ensuring successful skill adoption and improvement in academic confidence and professional readiness.

Integrate instructional technologies like Google Suite and Canva to create engaging, hands-on learning activities and personalized job aids that promote technology proficiency.

Learning & Performance Consultant (Freelance/Contract)

Orange County Public Schools

Directed the end-to-end implementation of comprehensive learning programs, utilizing strategic project planning and Adult Learning Principles (Andragogy) to ensure high knowledge retention and measurable success.

Led data-driven performance improvement initiatives by monitoring learner progress and delivering targeted training interventions, resulting in a documented 20% increase in measurable learning outcomes (analogous to corporate KPIs/ROI).

Provided one-on-one training and performance coaching to professional stakeholders (educators/team leads) on optimizing digital platforms, significantly improving their instructional delivery and ability to facilitate learning.

Integrated instructional technologies like Nearpod, Kahoot, and Google Classroom to develop blended learning solutions, improving engagement and accessibility across a large user base.

Designed and developed performance-based job aids and Quick Reference Guides (QRGs) to simplify the use of new digital tools and ensure rapid technology adoption across the organization.

Cultivated a collaborative learning environment by streamlining classroom operations and processes, ensuring a standards-aligned space that supports continuous professional growth.

Learning Specialist

I’m a creative learning designer who transforms ideas into engaging learning experiences. I design modern training solutions that blend creativity, strategy, and technology to empower learners of all ages.

I’m passionate about designing learning experiences that inspire confidence, creativity, and growth, whether in the classroom, workplace, or community.

I’ve worked as an educator and learning specialist, helping people unlock their potential through innovative teaching and technology. Those experiences taught me how people really learn, through connection, curiosity, and relevance.

Today, I bring that same heart and creativity into Instructional Design and Learning & Development. I combine my background in education with my skills as a Certified ScrumMaster® to create learning experiences that are engaging, organized, and results-driven.

I’m the Founder of Creatively Influenced, where I design community programs and digital resources that make technology approachable for all learners. I help individuals build confidence and competence with digital tools, while also providing professional support in literacy, STEAM, and mathematics. My work blends creativity, strategy, and instructional expertise to deliver learning experiences that are engaging, practical, and empowering, whether for youth, adults, or lifelong learners.

I believe learning should be accessible, human-centered, and adaptable, and I’m excited to help organizations bring that vision to life through thoughtful design, AI integration, and creative strategy.

Focus Areas:
• Instructional Design & Learning Experience Development
• Program & Project Management (Certified ScrumMaster®)
• AI Tools for Learning & Digital Literacy
• Creative Learning Programs through Creatively Influenced
• Curriculum Design for Adults, Youth & Community Education

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