Our journey began with our Founder and CEO, Lauren Burke , who spent years working in the nonprofit and education sectors, tackling some of the most pressing social issues. As a lawyer , she represented survivors of violence, undocumented immigrants, and young people in Family and Immigration Court. As a nonprofit founder, she oversaw multiple programs, led teams, and managed grants and funding. As a mentor in higher education, she guided young people to achieve their dreams of creating a better world. Despite the diverse environments she worked in—whether at a school, crisis center, legal office, or community center—Lauren encountered a common problem: the lack of a reliable, affordable, and simple case management solution.
In the aftermath of the 2016 U.S. Presidential election, Lauren and a friend traveled across rural America, providing free legal services from a van. What did they find? The same issue persisted—too many organizations relying on pen and paper for note-taking, and staff frustrated by cumbersome systems that slowed their workflow.
Determined to create the most user-friendly note-taking software on the planet, Lauren sketched out a blueprint for a customizable digital note-taker for everyone who takes notes on humans. With input from her tech-savvy friend Jourdan, social worker mom, legal service colleagues, and teacher relatives, Notehouse was born.
Today, Notehouse partners with hundreds of nonprofits, educational institutions, and direct-service providers, helping them take notes in a way that fits human needs and recognizing the depth of human relationships. We value accessibility, so we keep Notehouse affordable and incredibly easy to learn—so easy that even your Great Great Uncle Charlie, who isn't a fan of tech gadgets, can use it.