Hi, I'm Lauren Turner, a passionate sustainability professional with extensive experience in communication, research, and international program management. I love translating complex sustainability topics into clear, engaging content and organizing effective events that bring people together to drive meaningful change. With a background spanning environmental risk management and international collaboration, I've worked across sectors like agri-food, extractives, and climate change, focusing on equity and social good. I'm always eager to learn and connect with others dedicated to building a sustainable future.

Lauren Turner

Hi, I'm Lauren Turner, a passionate sustainability professional with extensive experience in communication, research, and international program management. I love translating complex sustainability topics into clear, engaging content and organizing effective events that bring people together to drive meaningful change. With a background spanning environmental risk management and international collaboration, I've worked across sectors like agri-food, extractives, and climate change, focusing on equity and social good. I'm always eager to learn and connect with others dedicated to building a sustainable future.

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Hi, I’m Lauren Turner, a passionate sustainability professional with extensive experience in communication, research, and international program management. I love translating complex sustainability topics into clear, engaging content and organizing effective events that bring people together to drive meaningful change.

With a background spanning environmental risk management and international collaboration, I’ve worked across sectors like agri-food, extractives, and climate change, focusing on equity and social good. I’m always eager to learn and connect with others dedicated to building a sustainable future.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Sr. Sustainability Specialist at Ivey Business School
December 31, 2025 - July 22, 2025
Managed Centre publication pipeline; conducted in-depth edits and verification to ensure publication accuracy. Wrote/co-wrote and promoted issue briefs, newsletters, and other communication pieces for Centre-led projects. Organized start-to-finish online and in-person events on core sustainability topics to a high degree of success.
International Exchange Program Manager at Ivey Business School
December 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025
Oversaw all elements of Management in Analytics and CEMS Global Alliance programs. Represented Ivey at international summits and contributed to program strategy to increase sustainability components and enrollment of sustainably minded students.
Recruiting & Program Coordinator at Ivey Business School/Western University
December 31, 2022 - July 22, 2025
Coordinated recruiting and program administration duties to support business school operations.
Business Development/Account Manager at InfoTech Research Group/HR Downloads
December 31, 2020 - July 22, 2025
Managed business development and client accounts to drive growth and customer satisfaction.
Business Writer / Editor at Network for Business Sustainability
December 31, 2018 - July 22, 2025
Translated research into digestible content for C-suite audiences on green marketing, risk, and consumer perception. Wrote case studies and performed article portfolio revamps to improve editing and SEO.
Research & Outreach Coordinator at Canadian Business Ethics Research Network
December 31, 2018 - July 22, 2025
Conducted outreach for Schulich School of Business think tank through media campaigns and stakeholder engagement. Co-wrote a successful SSHRC grant to fund a symposium on revenue transparency and corruption in mining. Organized and executed an internationally attended conference with high success.
Communications Coordinator at Engineers Without Borders & World Bank Group
December 31, 2017 - July 22, 2025
Managed communications and social media accounts for EWB initiative on local procurement in extractives. Analyzed website analytics, wrote and designed major reports, and oversaw online community as a short-term consultant.
Faculty Administrative Assistant at Ivey Business School/Western University
December 31, 2014 - July 22, 2025
Performed administrative support tasks for faculty in the business school.

Education

Master’s at MIB School of Management
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Master’s at Western University
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Bachelor at Western University
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012

Qualifications

Introductory course: Climate Change & Human Rights, Gender & Environment
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Strategic Communications Planning
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Introduction to Decolonization in the ENGO Sector
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Community Management Certificate
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Entrepreneurship & International Business Development Program
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Education, Financial Services, Agriculture & Mining, Energy & Utilities