Laura Warren was interviewed for the Port of Los Angeles Centennial Oral History Project. Warren, born on March 22, 1951, in Long Beach, California, grew up in Wilmington, where her family had deep historical ties to the port and the local community. Her paternal great-grandparents moved from Louisiana to Wilmington in 1905, while her maternal family established a printing business in the area. The interview covers a wide range of topics, beginning with Warren's family history and their connections to key figures such as William Wrigley, the chewing gum magnate, who had significant business interests in the region, including the development of Santa Catalina Island and the Port of Los Angeles. Warren discusses the role of her great-uncle in overseeing Wrigley’s business ventures and recounts the family’s involvement in bringing the first Catalina steamship, the Avalon, into service. Warren reflects on her childhood memories of Wilmington, describing it as a diverse and vibrant community with strong ties to the port and maritime industries. She shares anecdotes about playing on tugboats, attending football games, and the rivalry between Wilmington and neighboring San Pedro. Warren also touches on her early professional career in the maritime industry, particularly her work with Evergreen Marine Corporation and the introduction of containerized shipping at the Port of Los Angeles. The interview concludes with Warren’s thoughts on the demographic changes in Wilmington and her continued engagement with the community through programs like the International Trade Academy at Banning High School. She expresses optimism about the future of Wilmington, emphasizing its vital role in international trade and its secure identity as part of the Port of Los Angeles.