I am Lauren Kalafa, an entrepreneurial sales and business development professional with a proven track record of driving revenue growth across global markets. I excel at building strategic GTM partnerships, leading cross-functional teams, and closing complex deals in B2B, SaaS, and healthcare/lifestyle sectors. My experience spans opening operations for a global investment bank, guiding executive-level collaborations, and representing brands at major trade shows and events. I thrive in fast-paced environments, travel to connect with customers, and deliver measurable results.

Lauren Kalafa

I am Lauren Kalafa, an entrepreneurial sales and business development professional with a proven track record of driving revenue growth across global markets. I excel at building strategic GTM partnerships, leading cross-functional teams, and closing complex deals in B2B, SaaS, and healthcare/lifestyle sectors. My experience spans opening operations for a global investment bank, guiding executive-level collaborations, and representing brands at major trade shows and events. I thrive in fast-paced environments, travel to connect with customers, and deliver measurable results.

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I am Lauren Kalafa, an entrepreneurial sales and business development professional with a proven track record of driving revenue growth across global markets. I excel at building strategic GTM partnerships, leading cross-functional teams, and closing complex deals in B2B, SaaS, and healthcare/lifestyle sectors.

My experience spans opening operations for a global investment bank, guiding executive-level collaborations, and representing brands at major trade shows and events. I thrive in fast-paced environments, travel to connect with customers, and deliver measurable results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Account Executive at Informa
January 1, 2024 - November 2, 2025
Inside sales for a public company connecting buyers and sellers supporting the flow of business and trade through Go-To-Market channels including boating and pharmaceuticals. Closed $1MM in FY1, consistently meeting/exceeding quota and qualifying for bonus as one of the top two performers. Maintained 130% attainment rate YoY managing a portfolio of ~2000 key accounts. Frequent travel to large-scale trade shows and networking events representing The American Academy of anti-aging and affiliate brands.
Executive Consultant at Glow Recipe
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Worked directly with cofounders of skincare company (worth $300M valuation) executive leadership team, investors and internal departments including field sales, international retail, E-comm, design, marketing, IT, finance, product development, PR as well as Sephora, United Talent Agency and the Alix Earle team.
Chief Administrative Officer at Seaport Global LLC
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Recruited to assist CEO with the opening and operations of a global investment bank and family office. Worked on the trading floor and within the C-suite. Client Services; HNWI, UHNW. Corporate Access Investor Relations (IR).
Financial Aid Advisor at Kaplan Higher Education
December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Served as a financial advisor. Grievance Committee 2008-2011; President’s Club 2007-2008.

Education

BA English at Lehigh University
January 11, 2030 - November 2, 2025

Qualifications

Six Sigma
January 11, 2030 - November 2, 2025
Notary Public
January 11, 2030 - November 2, 2025

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Healthcare, Education, Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services