Lauren Cole

Lauren Cole is a seasoned research professional with extensive experience in the field. Currently serving as the Research and Impact Manager at the Gambling Commission since August 2017, Lauren previously held the position of Senior Officer - Research Analyst. Lauren's background includes roles at BMG Research, where titles included Senior Research Executive and Research Executive, and at Research by Design Ltd as a Research Executive and Research Assistant. Prior positions include a Research Assistant at Vector Research Ltd and a Grad School Intern at Face Facts Research. Earlier in the career, Lauren gained experience as a Sales Assistant at Iceland Foods and volunteered as a Social Policy Researcher at Citizens Advice Bureau. Lauren holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Nottingham, completed in 2012.