Laura Soares

My path to Beck Bode has been anything but traditional, blending years of professional experience with my life as a mom to three busy kids.  

Before taking time off to focus on raising my family, I spent seven amazing years at Boston Children’s Hospital managing their Simulator Program. It was a role that combined my love for organization and my background in science to make a real difference in patient care. Using lifelike robotic mannequins, we trained clinicians on everything from individual procedures to team communication during high-stress situations. It was incredible to see how this work improved patient safety outcomes, not just locally but internationally. I even traveled to places like London, Barcelona, and Italy to help other hospitals create their own simulator programs.  

When my first child was born, I decided to step away from my career to focus on my family. Fast forward eight years (and a total of three kids!), I’m thrilled to be reentering the professional world in a role that feels like the perfect fit. 

At Beck Bode, I’ve found a culture that aligns perfectly with my priorities: family-first values, a welcoming environment, and meaningful work. My job focuses on keeping Jim Bode organized and effective, managing schedules, streamlining tasks, and ensuring he can focus on what matters most. Providing support to Jim while he also takes a leadership role in Breakthrough T1D, adds even more purpose to what I do every day.  

Outside of work, life is full of sports practices, school activities, and plenty of energy from my kids. When I can steal a moment for myself, you’ll find me on my Peloton—it’s my go-to for staying active and recharging.  Joining Beck Bode has been a rewarding experience, and I couldn’t be happier to be part of this team.