Lauren Paolini

About Lauren Paolini

Senior external affairs and government relations leader with deep experience advancing broadband, infrastructure, and public sector initiatives across state and local governments. Proven ability to build trust with elected officials, regulators, community leaders, and stakeholders to enable network deployment, permitting success, and long term growth. Recognized for leading community engagement strategies, navigating complex municipal environments, and aligning public policy, construction, and business objectives. Brings a hands on, market facing approach with enterprise level judgment.

Experience

1. External Affairs Manager

   AT&T

   Apr 2021 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   In my role supporting state and local government affairs, I collaborate with municipal and regional officials to advance policies that enable the deployment of mobile network infrastructure. I work closely with internal network teams to navigate permitting processes, advocate for regulatory solutions that facilitate network expansion, and support strategic initiatives that improve network access across communities.I also manage the local philanthropy budget and lead employee engagement programs to strengthen community partnerships. A key focus of my work includes efforts to close the digital divide—such as coordinating device-distribution initiatives, including laptop donations—to help ensure underserved residents have the tools and connectivity they need to participate fully in the digital economy. AT & T Believes focuses on uplifting communities across the country by addressing local challenges through targeted support, volunteerism, and community partnerships. In my role, I lead Believe Washington and Believe Oregon, the local efforts, by organizing and executing multiple events tailored to the unique needs of underserved communities. This includes coordinating resources, collaborating with community organizations, and mobilizing employee volunteers to deliver meaningful, hands-on support. Through these efforts, I help ensure that the Believe mission is brought to life locally—providing impactful assistance where it’s needed most.

Education

• Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business

  MBA, Management and Leadership Skills

  2005 — 2007

• Texas Tech University

  Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

  2001 — 2005

Skills

• Product Marketing
• Sales Presentations
• Training
• Customer Satisfaction
• New Business Development
• Voip
• Sales
• Strategy
• Saas
• Retail
• B2b
• Small Business
• Sales Operations
• Customer Retention
• Negotiation
• Customer Service
• Direct Sales
• Product Management
• Leadership
• Management
• Team Building
• Recruiting
• Marketing
• M2m
• Solution Selling
• Salesforce.com
• Account Management
• Team Leadership
• Managed Services
• Telecommunications
• Sales Process
• Public Relations
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Crm
• Time Management
• Sales Management
• Forecasting
• Cold Calling
• Lead Generation
• Vendor Management