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Communications & ESG Specialist
Darien Group
Lauren De Paola, Partner, Head of Communications and Sustainability, joined Darien Group in 2020. In her role, she leads brand identity, content and messaging strategy, website development, video production, and ESG advisory projects.
For over 16 years, Lauren has served the alternative investment industry, with experience around marketing, communications, investor relations, and sustainability. Through much of her career, Lauren was the Director of Communications for First Reserve, a leading global private equity firm exclusively focused on energy. In addition, she spent time as a Senior Advisor on ESG, advising public and private capital managers on Responsible Investment practices and policies.
Lauren holds a B.A. in English and American Literature and Language from Harvard University.