Catherine St-Laurent

Biography

Catherine St-Laurent is co-founder of Acora Partners, an impact strategy and advisory firm. Catherine is a global, multilingual executive with two decades of experience leading philanthropic and communications strategies. Named one of PR Week’s “40 Under 40” and most recently as one of Inc.’s 2023 Female Founders, she brings a unique blend of media acumen and narrative expertise. Previously, she served as Chief of Staff to The Duke and Duchess of Sussex as well as founding Executive Director of Archewell Foundation. Prior to this, Catherine spent a decade working with Melinda French Gates shaping her public profile and launching Pivotal Ventures, her investment and incubation company.