Biography

With a background in strategic communications, program development, and organizational leadership, Sky Laurent-Kingsley brings a creative, collaborative, and results-oriented approach to advancing educational opportunities and institutional initiatives. She is passionate about connecting people, ideas, and resources to develop meaningful programs, strengthen partnerships, and create lasting impact.

As Coordinator, Workforce Development in the University of Rhode Island’s Office of Strategic Initiatives, Sky supports the development and implementation of innovative learning experiences that respond to the evolving needs of individuals, organizations, and the workforce. Prior to joining OSI, she served as the Specialist for URI’s Summer Sessions and Winter J Term, where she played an instrumental role in achieving record breaking enrollment, expanding student success initiatives, and advancing strategic projects across the University. Her experience includes program design, cross-functional project management, strategic marketing, and the application of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to improve processes and enhance organizational effectiveness.

Sky is particularly interested in the intersection of education, technology, and the future of work. She values curiosity, continuous learning, and the opportunity to bring new perspectives to complex challenges. A proud two-time graduate of the University of Rhode Island, she holds a Master of Business Administration with a focus in Organizational Leadership and Bachelors of Arts in Communication Studies and Public Relations. She also earned a Graduate Certificate in Human Resources from URI’s Schmidt Labor Research Center and is a recipient of the University’s Rainville Student Employee Excellence Award.