David Lauren

David Lauren
Lauren in 2012
Born1971 (age 54–55)
New York City, U.S.
Alma materDuke University
EmployerRalph Lauren Corporation
TitleChief Innovation Officer, Strategic Advisor to the CEO, Head of the Ralph Lauren Foundation and Vice Chairman of the Board
Spouse
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(m. 2011)​
Children3
Parent(s)Ralph Lauren
Ricky Lauren
RelativesDylan Lauren (sister)
Greg Lauren (cousin)

David Lauren (born 1971) is an American businessman. He is the middle child and younger son of designer Ralph Lauren, and is married to Lauren Bush.[1]

Early life

Lauren was born in 1971 to Ricky Ann (née Loew-Beer) and designer Ralph Lauren.[2] His maternal heritage includes Jewish and Catholic immigrant roots from Austria.[3] He has an older brother, film producer Andrew Lauren, and a younger sister, Dylan Lauren, founder of Dylan's Candy Bar.[4] Lauren studied political science at Duke University, where he founded Swing, a lifestyle magazine for Generation X that was later published by Hachette Filipacchi Médias.[5]

Career

Lauren is Chief Innovation Officer, Strategic Advisor to the CEO, Head of the Ralph Lauren Foundation, and Vice Chairman of the Board.[6]

He previously was Executive Vice President of Advertising, Marketing and Corporate Communications at Ralph Lauren Corporation, overseeing the company's global marketing campaigns and communications strategy.[7][8]

In 2000, Lauren led the launch of RalphLauren.com and the Ralph Lauren Media division, coining the concept "merchan‑tainment" – a blend of merchandising and entertainment.[9]

He is credited with leading Ralph Lauren's early mobile applications and digital innovations, the launch of the Rugby Ralph Lauren brand, and partnerships with Olympic teams, including outfitting Team USA at successive Olympic Games.[10][11][12]

He was named "Marketer of the Year" by Daily News Record in 2007.[11]

He joined the Ralph Lauren Corporation board of directors in August 2013.[13][14]

Philanthropy

Lauren is president of the Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation, where he oversees the company's philanthropic programs, including the Pink Pony Fund supporting cancer care and prevention.[15][16] Since 2023, he has served on the board of trustees at NewYork–Presbyterian Hospital.[17]

Personal life

On September 4, 2011, Lauren married Lauren Bush, granddaughter of former U.S. President George H. W. Bush.[18] They have three sons: James Richard (b. 2015), Max Walker (b. 2018), and Robert Rocky (b. 2021).[19]

References

  1. ↑ Nardine Saad (May 14, 2014). "Prince William hosts Emma Watson, Cate Blanchett at Windsor Castle". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved May 10, 2016.
  2. ↑ "The Lauren Family". The New York Observer. December 17, 2006. Archived from the original on July 24, 2008.
  3. ↑ "Yes, But Is It Kosher For Passover?". Jewish Business News. April 2, 2015. Retrieved May 10, 2015.
  4. ↑ "American Icon Ralph Lauren and His Fascinating Family". Oprah.com. October 22, 2010. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  5. ↑ "Ralph's European Invasion". Time. July 21, 2002. Archived from the original on December 14, 2004. Retrieved November 17, 2009.
  6. ↑ Lisa Lockwood (October 6, 2016). "David Lauren Promoted". Women's Wear Daily. Retrieved January 7, 2019.
  7. ↑ "David Lauren, Ralph Lauren Corp: Profile and Biography". Bloomberg. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  8. ↑ "Ralph Lauren names David Lauren the Chief Innovation Officer". FashionNetwork. October 6, 2016. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  9. ↑ John Dodge (December 5, 2005). "'Merchantainment:' Finding Balance of Content, Commerce". The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved May 9, 2016.
  10. ↑ Segran, Elizabeth (October 6, 2016). "Why Ralph Lauren's Son Chose To Become The Brand's First Chief Innovation Officer". Fast Company. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  11. 1 2 "David Lauren". The Business of Fashion. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  12. ↑ "Ralph Lauren Unveils Olympic, Paralympic Uniforms for Team USA". Women's Wear Daily. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  13. ↑ "Ralph Lauren Corporation Names David Lauren to Board of Directors" (Press release). Ralph Lauren Corporation. August 8, 2013. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  14. ↑ "Ralph Lauren names David Lauren to board of directors". Retail Dive. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  15. ↑ "David Lauren: We're focused on cancer. This isn't about just sending a check. This is our mission". The Cancer Letter. April 28, 2023. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  16. ↑ "Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation". Ralph Lauren Corporation. Retrieved May 12, 2026.
  17. ↑ "NewYork–Presbyterian Board of Trustees". Retrieved July 12, 2023.
  18. ↑ "Lauren Bush and David Lauren Wedding". Vogue. November 11, 2011. Archived from the original on June 15, 2012.
  19. ↑ "Lauren Bush Lauren and Husband David Lauren Welcome Baby". April 16, 2021. Retrieved December 5, 2021.
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