Lauren White

Economist

Lauren joined the CIE in late 2009 as an Economist. She holds a dual degree, Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Arts, with majors in International Relations and Spanish, from the University of Queensland.

Before joining TheCIE Lauren undertook a graduate program at the Department of Resources, Energy and Tourism, including the delivery of government policy advice, statistical and qualitative report writing, economic analysis, and stakeholder management. Such experience was gained from work within several portfolio areas, including: energy efficiency; minerals; and upstream petroleum.

Lauren has previously worked in both Contracts Administration and Human Resources for a large-scale and complex mineral extraction project. In addition, Lauren provided leadership in the establishment of a volunteer organisation which operates both domestically and internationally.