Lauren Black

Lauren (Grabstanowicz) Black, PhD, currently serves as Program Manager for R&D at Alcoa, overseeing technical activities for breakthrough technologies in electrolysis operations. With a strong background in product management and innovation, Lauren has prior experience at Vitro Architectural Glass and Vitro America, where responsibilities included enhancing customer experience and managing product development processes. Previous roles at Arconic and Alcoa involved leading advancements in aluminum smelting technology and electric vehicle solutions. Lauren's academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Northern Illinois University, a Professional Certificate in Innovation & Technology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and a B.S. in Chemistry from Lewis University.