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Lauren Baines
Director of Content
As Director of Content for SHI and managing editor for the Resource Hub, Lauren leads SHI’s content strategy and messaging development for marketing assets, including all of the content on this site. She has written millions of words for SHI and has completely worn out 4.5 letters on her keyboard so far (S, D, F, N, and half of M), but her replacement keyboard continues to sit on the floor next to her desk for another day. Lauren has been with SHI since 2007.
Recent Content by Lauren Baines
Are you attending 2025’s top tech conferences? Let’s connect!:
SHI will be at all of these events this year. We'd love to chat about how we can help you solve what's next.
January 6, 2025
To help you prioritize your event schedule this year, we’ve compiled a list of the top tech conferences in 2025.
If you’re not piloting AI PCs today, you’re falling behind:
With Windows 10 going end of support on October 14, 2025, now is the time to reinvest in your team.
August 14, 2024
And with Windows 10 going end of support on October 14, 2025, now is the time to reinvest in your team.
IT sustainability is your best competitive advantage. Here’s why:
SHI's executive report reveals that sustainability isn’t just the ethical path; it’s the profitable one.
January 22, 2024
SHI's executive report reveals that sustainability isn’t just the ethical path; it’s the profitable one.
Get your Windows 11 upgrade budget priorities in order now:
Even if Microsoft’s newest OS doesn’t cost you a penny, you still need to have a solid plan in place
October 11, 2023
Even if Microsoft’s newest OS doesn’t cost you a penny, you still need to have a solid plan in place.
What will future classrooms look like? Extended reality is key:
Discover how XR is revolutionizing practical learning methodologies
October 5, 2022
What does the future of the classroom look like? Learn how extended reality is revolutionizing education.
3 ways technology will transform education for the better:
The classroom is more immersive than ever. Here's why that's great news.
July 13, 2022
Technology will continue to enhance the education landscape – and plugged-in students will reap the benefits.
“Dream Big Win Big” – the golden grace of Kristi Yamaguchi:
Struggles and successes of a U.S., Olympic, and World Hall of Fame figure skater, medalist, and author
May 27, 2022
SHI employees heard from Olympian Kristi Yamaguchi during Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
So fresh and so green: Introducing the SHI Community Garden!:
Learn about the new greenery coming to Somerset this spring
April 20, 2022
The SHI Community Garden promotes healthy eating, benefits the environment, and supports mental health.
Simplifying success with soccer legend Carli Lloyd:
Something for the weekend: Mental fortitude secrets from a two-time World Cup champion
February 4, 2022
SHI employees were recently invited to kick off their weekends with two-time World Cup champion Carli Lloyd.
4 areas dominating the education technology landscape
February 25, 2021
Learn how COVID-19 drove hybrid learning, immersive technologies, esports, and cybersecurity in K-12.
