Lauren Richardson
Controller · DISC type ICLauren is a seasoned advisor and board director with C-level experience as a Chief Procurement and Finance Officer at global companies like Colgate-Palmolive and Starbucks. An alumna of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, she specializes in M&A, transformation, and building global supplier relationships to drive profit and sustainable savings.
Described by colleagues as a creative and solid business partner, Lauren has a passion for coaching and developing talent within her teams. Her extensive international experience, including multiple assignments abroad and language skills, points to an appreciation for diverse cultures and building deep, trusted global relationships.
After a distinguished 40-year career, Lauren has announced her plans to retire in 2026.
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They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince. They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals. They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.
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