Laura Teichmiller

Laura Elizabeth Teichmiller, born February 16, 1989, in Decatur, Alabama, passed away September 25, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. She was a distinguished professional dedicated to customer success and education, with an unwavering commitment to uplifting individuals and communities.

Laura's career was marked by significant achievements, including her tenure as Senior Manager of Customer Success at Owl Practice Suite and Vice President of Customer Success at Simple Practice. Her contributions to the field were recognized when she received the 2023 Silver Stevie Award for Department of the Year in Customer Service. Featured in Built in Los Angeles' "It’s Never Too Late to Change Careers: 7 Women in LA Tech Share How They Did It." (May 2020),  the article celebrates her remarkable journey, showcasing her adaptability and resilience.

An advocate for education, Laura began her impactful journey with the Teach for America initiative in the Greater Montgomery, Alabama area, and later served as a founding Teacher at KIPP Schools in Los Angeles.  Her dedication to underserved communities was ever-present, reflected in her volunteer work with CrossingPoints, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, training young adults develop essential skills for employment and daily life.

Laura earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of Alabama, where she demonstrated exceptional leadership as the Editor in Chief of Marr's Field Journal, a Pacesetter Award winner, and vice president of the Blue Key Society. She was a distinguished Miyagawa Scholarship recipient for her excellence in Japanese Studies, and pursued further education through the Wharton School of Business CEO Program.

A passionate individual, Laura's interests extended beyond her professional life. She was deeply committed to various causes, including animal welfare, arts and culture, civil rights, education, and many more social services. Her free time was often devoted to cooking, golfing, and reading. Above all, she cherished spending time with family, friends, and her dogs.

Laura Teichmiller will be remembered for her driven spirit, professional loyalty, infectious giggle, and kindness. Her legacy lives on through the lives she touched and the communities she uplifted.