Laura Halstead

Laura Halstead is an experienced leader in fund management and sustainability, currently serving as Head of Funds & Sustainability at Octopus Energy Generation since September 2017. In this role, Laura is a Board Director of the fund management business and Irish AIFM, contributing to the Investment Committee and establishing nine new funds, including a semi-liquid product for the DC market and the listing of Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust on the LSE. Previously, Laura held the position of Fund Management and Operations Director, managing over £3.5 billion in AUM. Prior roles include Business Consultant at MCS Advisory Limited, where Laura acted as Chief of Staff and Head of Business Operations for Octopus Renewables, and Head of Operations at Serpentine Galleries. Laura's consulting background at Deloitte spanned over 11 years, working with high-profile clients such as the BBC and the London Organising Committee for the Olympic Games. Laura holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Nottingham.