Laura Velkei is a Business Owner and former Senior Financial Account Manager serving high profile clients in the entertainment Industry for over 25 years. She is a former property owner and community activist with over 30 years of service.She handles Operations and Communications for multiple boards and in the spirit of the Arts District is also an accomplished photographer.
Laura is a veteran of two presidential campaigns as well as numerous state and local races. She served as President Obama’s CA State Director of Volunteers in 2008. Her expertise includes operations, community organizing, volunteer recruitment and management, web development, digital technology and social media, campaign/project messaging and coalition building. Her emphasis in the Arts District is on increased public engagement, responsible development, urban landscaping, and the introduction of art to public spaces.