Lauren Heeffer

Lauren Heeffer is an accomplished communications leader with extensive experience in strategic marketing, corporate communications, and sustainability initiatives. Currently serving as the Director and Head of Ørsted’s in-house agency, Lauren oversees a team of 25 creatives dedicated to enhancing the energy sector with innovative solutions. Previous roles include leading marketing strategies for Ørsted’s European portfolio and managing sustainability communications for a team of 11. Lauren's background also features significant contributions at Weber Shandwick as Associate Director of Corporate Affairs, where a team expanded from 4 to over 16 consultants, and prior experience in public relations and communications roles at FINN Public Relations, Essent, Pfizer, and the European Parliament. Lauren holds an MBA from Vlerick Business School and multiple master's degrees from Ghent University and Universidad Mayor de San Simón.