Board MemberAs VP of Finance for Lowe's stores, Laura Garrison is responsible for overseeing finance for the store organization, providing financial leadership on strategic and operational issues, and partnering with the business to develop strategic direction and drive performance against the business goals. Laura received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kansas and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Texas at Dallas. In addition to serving on the Veterans Bridge Home board, she serves on the Board of Trustees for Shepherd Center, one of the country's top 10 rehabilitation hospitals specializing in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord and brain injury. She also plays a lead role on Shepherd Center's Finance & Investment Committee.