Laura is a Programme Coordinator for Nesta Challenges, working across the Open Up 2020 Challenge and the Smart Ageing Prize. Before Nesta, Laura worked at an international business growth agency that was supporting on the Google Digital Garage project. The project provides free digital skills training for small business owners and members of the public alike, empowering them to grow their businesses and their careers. Outside of work, she loves to travel, read, catch-up with friends and family and Irish dance.