Lauren Wilk

Lauren Wilk currently serves as the Vice President of Government Affairs and Sustainability at Arconic, where responsibilities include developing policy positions and executing government affairs strategies to enhance revenue and market growth while overseeing advocacy efforts across various governmental levels. Prior to this role, Lauren held the position of Vice President at The Aluminum Association, managing government relations, policy development, and engagement with international organizations. Earlier experience includes serving as Director of Trade Policy at the National Association of Manufacturers, where advocacy strategies on trade issues were developed, and as Senior Legislative Assistant for Rep. Donald A. Manzullo, advising on various manufacturing policies. Lauren Wilk's educational background includes a Master’s degree in National Security & Strategic Studies from the U.S. Naval War College and dual Bachelor’s degrees in Political Science and Journalism from The University of Kansas.