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Laura Coy
Partner & Head of Philanthropy Strategy and ESG Integration at William Blair
Laura Coy is the Head of Philanthropy Strategy and ESG Integration at William Blair, where she has been instrumental since joining the firm in 2016. In her role, she oversees the firm's philanthropic initiatives, community engagement programs, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts. She works closely with high-net-worth families, foundations, and corporate clients to develop impactful philanthropic strategies and optimize their charitable giving and sustainability initiatives.134
Before her tenure at William Blair, Laura held various leadership positions at W.W. Grainger, Inc., where she initiated their corporate social responsibility (CSR) program. She has also worked with nonprofits such as the National Alzheimer’s Association and the American Red Cross, focusing on fundraising and public-private partnerships.23
Laura is actively involved in several organizations, serving on the leadership committee of the Illinois Holocaust Museum and as the board chair emeritus of the Association of Corporate Citizenship Professionals. She holds a B.S. in political science from the University of Illinois.123
