Lauren Stralo

Lauren Stralo currently serves as Associate Vice President of Crisis Communications at AKCG - Public Relations Counselors, a position held since October 2025. Prior to this role, Lauren held various positions at LevLane, including Director of Public Relations and Public Relations Supervisor, where media placements were secured in prominent outlets such as CNN and The Daily Mail. Additional experience includes serving as a Senior Public Relations Account Manager at Slice Communications and a Media Relations Specialist at Lehigh University, where Lauren developed effective media relations strategies and supported the institution during crisis situations. Early career experiences include internships at National Geographic and Travelscream. Lauren holds a BA in Journalism and Visual Communications from Penn State University and an International Studies Minor in Peace & Conflict Studies from IES Abroad.