Jessica Lauretti
Growth advisor and founder focused on relationship-first business
JessicaLauretti
Madrid, Spain
Joined May 2026
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Summary
Relationship-first growth strategist and founder who codified networking into a practical system. jessicalauretti+2
Builder of communities and member experiences for senior creative leaders, exemplified by co-founding Friend of a Friend to create vetted, referral-driven professional networks for women across Europe. friendofafriend+2
Experienced creative executive operating at the intersection of storytelling, immersive tech, and social impact — with senior roles at RYOT/Verizon Media, Purpose, and leadership of The Anthem Awards. sxsw+2
Practicing artist and former touring musician whose DIY creative-community roots continue to inform her approach to building ecosystems and leading creative teams. imdb+1
Speaker, educator, and judge who engages publicly — giving keynote talks, teaching, and serving on juries and advisory groups. chartwellspeakers+2
Work
Education
Projects
Writing
Work Friends
Long-form framework and essays (Substack/book-format) about relationship-led growth systems for careers and businesses, with strategy, playbooks, and real work stories.
Next Steps (Work Friends excerpt / playbook)
A practical conclusion and call-to-action chapter from the Work Friends framework providing step-by-step actions to start building relationship infrastructure for business growth.
Hobbies
Enjoys politics, cooking, spending time at the beach, and is devoted to her dog. pledge1percent+1
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