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Lauren Bell Climbs to COO

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Lauren Bell has been a St. Pete Innovation District employee for three and a half years, but more than that, she's been a driving force for improvement, collaboration, and community outreach. With all of these amazing traits and diligent efforts, it's no surprise that Lauren has earned the title of Chief Operating Officer for the Innovation District. This title reflects just how important Lauren is to both the growth and day-to-day operations of the district.

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