Lauren Butler currently serves as Relationship Manager for the Truist Community Development Fund. In this capacity, Mr. Butler assists Truist in providing access to below-market debt and equity capital relating to affordable housing, small business and economic revitalization initiatives provided by Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI's) and Non-Profit Organizations. Prior to his current role, he held responsibility as Senior CRA Governance and Compliance Consultant for SunTrust, one of Truist's heritage organizations. Mr. Butler is a 28- year veteran of the banking industry and has performed various leadership positions in Community Development and Retail Banking.
In addition to his leadership duties, Mr. Butler is also personally involved in activities that support Truist’s commitment to community. He currently serves as Board Chair for Seniors on a Mission in Jacksonville, FL and has been an active supporter and board member for Junior Achievement of North Florida as well as on-going volunteer for Junior Achievement of Atlanta and United Way.
Mr, Butler earned a Bachelor Degree in English and Communications from Mercer University. He and his family live in Atlanta, GA.