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Lauren Ready

Forever Ready Productions

 

Member profile details

First Name
Lauren
Last Name
Ready
Company
Forever Ready Productions
Title
Owner, Principal Storyteller
Phone
9012863892
Address Line 1
2563 Broad Avenue
City
Memphis
State/Province
TN
Zip Code
38112
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Website / Social Platforms

Website
laurenready.com
Facebook
facebook.com/foreverreadyproductions
 

Company Profile

Company Overview
You have an important message to share and you want a video.

At Forever Ready, we leverage decades of journalism experience and pair it with high quality production to make your mission-driven messages simple to understand and proud to share with stakeholders, donors and customers.

From explaining complex issues to engaging diverse audiences or attracting new customers to inspiring donors to give, our team is skilled at identifying and elevating your message without all the complications. And we have the results to prove it.

We make videos you’re proud to share! That’s our guarantee.
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Services
Video storytelling
Video production
Video editing
Live streaming
Graphics
Animation
Consulting
Speaking/Workshops
Practice Areas (select top 3)
  • Communications, Marketing & Public Relations (including Research and Strategy)
  • Development/Fundraising
  • Writing/Editing
Client List
Center for Enriched Living
Habitat for Humanity
Memphis Zoo
Just City
Out Memphis
March of Dimes
Porter Leath
Regional One Health
Volunteer Odyssey
Wolf River Conservancy
Start Co.
Church Health
Code Crew
Shelby County Schools
Testimonial 1
"The video really was a great call to action. And encouraged donors, and put a little pressure off our emcee to share the story. It was an unprecedented amount that we raised, we’ve never gotten to six figures in our fund-a-need program before.” Kelsey Gibbs, Former Development Director, Wolf River Conservancy
Testimonial 2
“We are seeing a 25% increase in the number of organ donors...we’re constantly getting feedback from the community saying ‘I’ve seen the video. I was very touched by the video. And, you know, it sparked me to have a conversation with my family and friends about it.” Kim Van Frank, Executive Director, Midsouth Transplant
Testimonial 3
“What I like about Forever Ready Productions is first of all you’re good. You’re a great storyteller, you know what we say and somehow you translate that into what we want...But as an Executive Director what I like is you’re quick, you turn things around in a remarkably fast way, and I think you guys deliver a really good product, really quickly at a very reasonable cost.” Mike Allen, Executive Director, Memphis Botanic Garden
 

Publications & Articles

Article 1
Memphis-based production company expands to Kansas City market
Article 2
Lauren Ready on being a storyteller
Article 3
5 Women in the 901 Representing in Film & Television
 

Speaker's Bureau Information

Speaker Bio
Lauren Ready is a 5-time Emmy award-winning storyteller, keynote speaker, and the Principal Storyteller of Forever Ready Productions, a renowned video production company with offices in Memphis, Chicago, and Kansas City. Under her leadership, Forever Ready Productions crafts mission-driven videos that have empowered nonprofits and businesses to realize and amplify their collective purpose and impact, helping to raise over $16 million for nonprofit causes.

Lauren's journey in storytelling began at just 17 as a production assistant at local ABC affiliate in Cedar Rapids, IA. Over the next decade, she honed her skills as a video journalist, covering national and local breaking news across Iowa, Nebraska, and Memphis. Her extensive experience in journalism has also taught her how to ask powerful, probing questions that uncover untold stories, bringing depth and authenticity to her work.

In 2016, she transitioned from TV news to entrepreneurship, taking over Forever Ready Productions full time (a company she founded in 2014). Her exceptional work has garnered numerous accolades, including the Small Business of the Year Award from the Memphis Business Journal.

In addition to her five regional Emmys, Lauren's film "What We Will Never Know," which delves into the story of a teen who falsely confessed to murder, earned both the Indie Memphis Hometowner Documentary Shorts Jury and Audience Choice awards in 2022. This marked her fifth Indie Memphis trophy, cementing her status as one of the most decorated filmmakers in the festival's history. The film also received the 'Best Social Justice Short Doc' award from the Lane Doc Film Festival in 2022.

Lauren’s accolades extend beyond filmmaking. In 2019, she was honored as one of Memphis Business Journal’s Top 40 Under 40, recognizing her significant contributions to the industry and the community.

Based in Memphis with her husband Scott and their son Max, Lauren is a certified drone pilot—proudly among the less than 7% of U.S. certified drone pilots who are women. She is also an avid rock climber and never forgets to pack her camera for every family adventure.
Topic 1
Inquire to Inspire
Topic 1 Description
Nearly 70% of employees say they would work harder if they felt their voices were heard. How can you help your team feel heard? Ask better questions.

In this talk, Lauren takes you on a journey into the art and science of inquiry. Explore how shifting from having all the answers to focusing on asking the right questions can unlock deeper understanding, drive innovation, and lead to impactful storytelling.

Lauren demonstrates how curiosity-driven questions can reveal untold stories within your team, reimagine narratives that shape lives, and uncover innovative ideas that propel personal and organizational success. Through real-world examples and practical strategies, attendees will learn how to harness curiosity as a tool to bridge the gap between current realities and envisioned futures.
Topic 2
From Story To Stat
Topic 2 Description
You’ve got the data…now what? How can you go from a great stat to a great story without overloading your audiences? What does it really take to create a move-people-to-take-action story? Get ready for moment-by-moment breakdowns from video stories told through my past work in TV news and my present work at my video production company, Forever Ready. In this talk, you’ll learn 5 ways to take a stat and turn it into a compelling story, why less is more in video storytelling and how it can help you get media coverage. You’ll be challenged to look beyond the headline and ditch your marketing agenda. Instead, you’ll learn how to use what you have, imperfections and all, to tell a story that inspires people to DO something. More importantly, you’ll feel inspired to tell stories through a brand new lens.
Topic 3
Telling Your Untold Story
Topic 3 Description
Letting go of the script, everyday humans, and insatiable curiosity are all you need to form a powerful story. So in this talk, I highlight unexpected instances throughout my TV career and behind the camera that resulted in beautiful moments. Your audience will be challenged to look beyond the headline and use what you have, imperfections and all, to tell a story that inspires people to DO something.
 Linked members (2)
Name Email Phone
Joymarie Hembree, Forever Ready Productions
joymarie@foreverreadyllc.com
(816) 237-8740
Scott Ready, Prepared Books
scott@preparedbooks.com

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