Lauren J. Tobias Named In 2026 Above & Beyond: Social Services

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"City & State’s third annual Above & Beyond: Social Services puts a spotlight on notable individuals in this integral sector: savvy CEOs and executive directors finding new ways to reach those in need; policy wonks pressing for more efficient processes and streamlined procurement procedures; government officials in important oversight roles; and consultants and specialists helping nonprofits focus on carrying out their missions.

Health and human services leader Lauren Tobias deploys her expertise to help healthcare and social services clients with strategy and policy in her role at government relations and consulting firm Brown & Weinraub.

With about a decade spent in leadership roles at the state Department of Health, Tobias has a keen understanding of how policy and partnerships affect public health. Her work has touched a range of health topics, including maternal health, Medicaid regulation and social services.

'I chose this field because I believe policy is one of the most powerful tools we have to advance justice,” she says. “My work has always been grounded in helping make health and human services systems more equitable, responsive and accessible for children, families and communities.'"

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