Speaker and strategist, Lauren Hug has helped people connect with markets and audiences for 20 years. In 2012 she founded HugSpeak, a community engagement firm that develops participatory communication strategies, empowering vibrant communities in both digital and physical spaces. She is the author of four books. Her newest Digital Grace: Pouring Benevolence into an Outraged World addresses how individuals can transform online spaces into safer, more welcoming places. Her academic credentials include an LL.M. with merit from the University of London, a J.D. with honors from the University of Texas School of Law, and a Bachelor of Journalism and Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Texa