A smiling woman with blonde hair and light makeup in a white blouse in an indoor setting.

Meet Lauren.

Hey y’all! Thanks for stopping by. I’m happy to meet you.

Shortly after we purchased Chatime Overland Park in Spring 2025, I immediately saw an incredible opportunity to create a boba catering experience unlike any other in Kansas City. I envisioned something elevated, yet scalable and approachable – always highly customized, delicious, and delightful, and rooted in an unparalleled commitment to client service. That vision came to life as The Popping Pearl!

My passion and attention to detail behind it all is built upon my 10+ years with a New York City-based PR + Events firm. There, I honed my skills conceptualizing and executing immersive, engaging events across the country for best-in-class global brands. Now, the creativity and meticulous attention to detail I honed in the corporate world have found a new home with our Pop-Up Boba Bar Experience. I absolutely love collaborating with clients and partners to conceptualize something that will truly surprise and delight, ensuring an unforgettable impact for every event.

I can’t wait to hear about your event — together we can make it POP!