With over a decade of art industry experience, Lauren Burress brings expertise in collections management, fine art logistics, and advisory solutions to her role as Senior Fine Art Specialist. Lauren has engaged with PURE collectors on projects ranging from valuations, inventory management, shipping, conservation, acquisitions, and sales for fine art, collectibles, wine, jewelry, and more. In addition to working with PURE members directly, she assists PURE Underwriting with risk management for large collections and lends expertise to PURE's Claims team as a licensed adjuster.

Prior to joining PURE Art Services in 2021, Lauren worked as an Exhibition and Project Manager at Artemis Fine Art Services, where she managed the logistics of traveling exhibitions, art fairs, and large-scale collection moves for museums, foundations, and private clients nationwide. She has also worked as the Office Manager at Crescent City Auction House and as a Gallery Assistant at Kurt Schon Gallery in New Orleans.

She holds a MA in Fine and Decorative Arts from Sotheby’s Institute of Art, London.