Lauren Russi Dillard
About Lauren Russi Dillard
Lauren Russi Dillard serves as the Chief Financial Officer at LiveRamp, a position she has held since 2023. She has a diverse background in finance and investor relations, with previous roles at LiveRamp and Ernst & Young.
Current Role as Chief Financial Officer
Lauren Russi Dillard serves as the Chief Financial Officer at LiveRamp, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, including financial planning, risk management, and financial reporting. Her leadership contributes to the strategic direction of LiveRamp within the San Francisco Bay Area.
Previous Experience at LiveRamp
Lauren has a significant history with LiveRamp, having worked in various capacities from 2014 to 2023. She initially joined as Head of Investor Relations, where she focused on managing investor communications. She later served as Chief Communications Officer and Head of Investor Relations from 2018 to 2021, followed by a role as SVP, Finance & Investor Relations until 2023. Additionally, she briefly held the position of Interim Chief Marketing Officer in 2021-2022.
Educational Background in Accounting and Finance
Lauren earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University, completing her studies from 2004 to 2008. Her academic foundation in accounting and finance has been instrumental in her career in financial management and investor relations.
Professional Experience Prior to LiveRamp
Before her tenure at LiveRamp, Lauren gained diverse experience in finance and consulting. She worked as a Core Assurance Associate and Intern at Ernst & Young, where she completed her CPA. Additionally, she held positions as a Senior Financial Analyst at Silver Spring Networks and a Senior Associate at Addo Communications. Her early career also included internships in financial planning and assurance at Skype and Ernst & Young.
Internships and Early Career Development
Lauren's early career included several internships that provided foundational experience in finance. She interned at Ernst & Young as a Core Assurance Intern in 2007 and at Skype as a Financial Planning and Analysis Intern in 2006. Additionally, she worked at Armanino McKenna LLP as a Consulting and Financial Services Intern from 2004 to 2006, contributing to her knowledge in financial consulting and analysis.