Lucy Rao

Lucy Rao currently serves as the Global BD Director at Kennedys and as a London Branch Committee Member at PM Forum. With extensive experience in business development and marketing, Lucy previously held the position of Business Development and Marketing Director at Boodle Hatfield LLP, where responsibilities included strategic growth initiatives and leadership in ESG efforts. Prior roles at Allen & Overy involved senior management across the global IP practice and various legal sectors. Earlier career highlights include account management and sales roles at Optus and PGi, where achievements included exceeding sales targets and leading significant client relationships. Lucy holds a BSc in Chemistry from King's College London and a diploma in Professional Services Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing.