Laura Gilman

Overview

Laura Gilman serves as Chief Development Officer at Vibrant Emotional Health[1][3]. Gilman is a strategic advisor and certified leadership coach to C-suite executives, philanthropists, and boards of directors across multiple industries including nonprofits and Fortune 500 companies[2]. Gilman holds Co-Active and ICF coaching certifications and has experience coaching leaders and creating and operationalizing strategic plans and partnerships[2]. Prior to this role, Gilman founded The Honest Advisor LLC in April 2021[4] and served as Chief Growth Officer at HealthTree Foundation from March 2023 to October 2025[5]. Gilman previously held the position of Vice President of Events and Partnerships at the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation from March 2010 to March 2021[6]. Earlier career experience includes roles at Citi as Vice President of Equity Research[7], at Victoria's Secret as Director of Meetings, Incentives and Client Relations[8], and at Morgan Stanley as Associate in Equity Capital Markets[9]. Gilman attended The Catholic University of America and Marymount School of New York[10][11].

Career history

1. Chief Development OfficerNov 2025 to presentVibrant Emotional Health
2. THFounderApr 2021 to presentThe Honest Advisor LLC
3. HFChief Growth OfficerMar 2023 to Oct 2025HealthTree Foundation
4. MMVice President, Events and PartnershipsMar 2010 to Mar 2021Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation - MMRF
5. Vice President; Equity ResearchMar 2006 to Oct 2008Citi
6. Director of Meetings, Incentives and Client Relations at Limited Brands - Victoria's Secret BeautyFeb 2002 to Aug 2005Victoria's Secret
7. Associate, Equity Capital MarketsFeb 1997 to Jan 2001Morgan Stanley

Education

1. MSMarymount School of New York
2. TCThe Catholic University of America