Laura Minnear

Executive Business Partner

Laura joins Charity Navigator as our Executive Assistant. In her role, she will support the CEO and be the primary coordinator between the Executive Team and the Board of Directors. As the first point of contact, Laura plays a pivotal role in communications with all outside stakeholders. She has spent the last 11 years supporting executives and business operations in varying capacities including as Executive Assistant, Chief of Staff, and most recently as Chief Operating Officer. Laura holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from James Madison University. She is passionate about process, optimization, and achieving business goals. In her free time, she is always in the kitchen baking treats or trying new recipes for her husband and two children.