A New York native now based in Los Angeles, Laura is a versatile professional in the entertainment industry with a diverse portfolio spanning theater, television, film, and opera.
As the founder and artistic director of KOTA Productions, a NYC-based non-profit, Laura has nurtured aspiring artists' careers and produced performances that benefit communities globally. Over the last two decades, she has collaborated with Broadway and international talents to bring countless creative visions to life.
Laura has worked on various television projects with Disney, Netflix, and NBCUniversal, including casting for shows like “Sydney to the Max,” “Just Roll with It,” and “Lincoln Rhyme.” She has also partnered with prestigious cultural institutions such as the American Ballet Theatre, The Metropolitan Opera, and the English National Opera in London.
Throughout her career, Laura has been dedicated to philanthropy. She is the creator and producer of Lyrics for Life, a benefit concert for mental health awareness, and as a lupus warrior, advocates for chronic illness awareness and disability inclusion.
Laura holds a B.A. from Ithaca College and is currently pursuing an MBA at Boston University, committed to her ongoing development as an artist, educator, and businesswoman.