Jennie Belen is a bilingual, school-based Speech-Language Pathologist with over 25 years of experience serving students across diverse settings. She is the founder of The Thriving SLP Hub and the creator of the Essential AI Tools Guide for SLPs, initiatives designed to equip speech-language pathologists with practical strategies and AI-driven tools to enhance efficiency, reduce workload, and prevent professional burnout. Jennie is dedicated to empowering SLPs to integrate technology ethically and effectively, allowing them to focus more on meaningful, student-centered therapy.

Lauren Kline is a certified speech-language pathologist who has been serving children and families since 2014. She specializes in reading and written language disorders, with a deep passion for helping children with dyslexia. Recognizing the strong overlap between reading challenges and speech sound disorders, she brings an integrative, evidence-based approach to therapy that addresses both speech and literacy.

She is an Associate Member of the Orton-Gillingham Academy, having completed a 100-hour supervised practicum, and is currently pursuing an advanced 200-hour supervised practicum to deepen her expertise in structured literacy intervention.

Lauren is the Chief Operating Officer and Head of Literacy, where she plays a key role in shaping inclusive, research-informed therapy materials. She also serves as the Board Secretary for the Bjorem & Bolles Childhood Apraxia Education Initiative, supporting initiatives that expand access to high-quality apraxia resources and education. In addition to her leadership roles, Lauren owns a thriving private practice in Colorado dedicated to empowering children through individualized, functional, and engaging therapy rooted in the latest literacy and speech science.