The Curious Mind
Lauren is an inquisitive soul who thrives on building relationships and exploring new horizons. Growing up in the charming coastal town of New Bern, North Carolina, she spent her formative years playing soccer and enjoying the beaches, developing a love for the outdoors that shaped her determined and social nature. She values continuous learning and thrives in busy environments, applying her naturally curious mind to both her work and personal interests. Her blend of analytical skills and people-oriented approach makes her an asset in executive search, where she excels at connecting top talent with leading organizations.
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Lauren Boone is a Senior Associate in Acertitude's Consumer and Industrials Practices. In this role, she drives candidate identification and development efforts, focusing on placing Board, CEO, and C-level talent for private equity firms, their portfolio companies, and corporate enterprises.
Bringing experience with another PE-focused executive search firm, Lauren has honed her candidate development, executive communications, and market research skills. Her ability to partner with senior stakeholders, including CEOs and private equity partners, has resulted in comprehensive market analyses and successful placements. Lauren's outstanding performance earned her recognition as "Associate of the Year" twice.
Lauren's academic journey includes a Master of Business Administration from the College of William and Mary's Raymond A. Mason School of Business and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Business Administration from North Carolina State University, where she graduated Cum Laude.
Now based in San Diego, Lauren balances her professional life with a passion for international travel and outdoor activities. She spends her free time surfing the waves and hiking scenic trails of Southern California. A "social butterfly," Lauren also enjoys gathering with her chosen circle of friends and has a deep passion for understanding the world through others' eyes.