Arielle Lapiano is a Senior Consultant and Communications Strategist at Point Road Group. She transforms how leaders and organizations communicate and tell their stories.
Arielle helps companies attract customers and strengthen connections by creating clear messaging and helping teams master strategic communication to drive meaningful impact. She empowers leaders to build authentic connections with their audiences by articulating their unique value, sharpening their executive presence and creating strong LinkedIn profiles. Arielle also guides executives in telling their stories effectively to land jobs and board seats.
Her distinct approach to executive communications was shaped by years of translating complex financial concepts as a reporter for Risk, where she covered institutional risk management, derivatives markets and regulatory compliance for a sophisticated audience of global financial leaders.
This unique combination - mastering both strategic narrative and intricate financial dynamics - has defined Arielle's impact across industries. As Chief Communications Officer of a fast-growing cryptocurrency company, she crafted messaging that bridged the gap between technical innovation and market understanding. At the global law firm Paul Hastings, she led corporate affairs and communications as Managing Director, crafting strategic initiatives that elevated the firm's market position and stakeholder engagement.
Arielle shares her expertise as a graduate-level communications instructor at Columbia University, where she previously earned her MA in International Affairs with a focus in international finance. She holds a BA in International Relations from Vassar College.