Kortney-Lauren Bond is a seasoned healthcare law and policy expert, strategist, and advocate with a deep commitment to advancing equity and operational excellence in public health and human services. As the Founder and Principal of The Lauren Firm, she brings over a decade of experience leading transformative initiatives at the intersection of compliance, legislation, and community impact.

A trusted advisor and legislative analyst, Kortney has held high-impact leadership roles across state and nonprofit sectors, including Chief Quality and Compliance Officer, Chief of Staff, and Executive Director of Government Affairs for Indiana Medicaid. She has successfully implemented groundbreaking programs, including Expedited Waiver Eligibility—an unprecedented achievement in CMS history—and designed statewide discrimination complaint processes that exceed federal standards.

Kortney is known for building legal and compliance infrastructures from the ground up, navigating complex regulatory frameworks including 1915(c), 1115 demonstration waivers, Title IX, ADA, and more. Her ability to translate healthcare research and policy into equitable, results-driven action has made her a sought-after partner for agencies and organizations working to create inclusive, impactful care systems.

Kortney is an accomplished public speaker who has delivered keynote addresses across nonprofit, government, and corporate sectors. She was the Keynote Speaker for the Serve Indiana Awards for Excellence for two consecutive years. She was selected as the Student Commencement Speaker at the IU McKinney School of Law. Her keynote work also includes engagements with mission-driven nonprofits and corporate leaders, where she inspires audiences on topics such as healthcare equity, leadership, disability justice, and systems change. Her speaking style blends clarity, storytelling, and deep subject matter expertise, motivating audiences to lead with purpose and impact.

Kortney leads with love, grace, and expectation—a philosophy grounded in compassion and accountability. She speaks love fluently, believing that we can truly serve individuals with dignity and excellence through love. This ethos informs every facet of her work, from policy design to leadership development, making her a strategic force and a heart-centered change agent.

Magna cum laude graduate of IU McKinney School of Law and a trained mediator, Kortney brings both legal rigor and human-centered strategy to every engagement. Through The Lauren Firm, she continues to empower leaders, advance equity, and cultivate culturally competent solutions that make a lasting difference in the lives of those most often overlooked.