Lauren K. Perkins
Orange
Summary
Community-focused professional with expertise in stakeholder engagement, public affairs, and organizational leadership. Proven success serving as a liaison between complex projects and diverse community stakeholders, including elected officials, nonprofits, schools, and local leaders. Skilled in developing and executing strategic outreach plans, coordinating regional events, managing community grievances, and building long-term partnerships that foster trust and enhance company reputation. Adept at planning and evaluating engagement programs that align with business goals, support permitting and construction phases, and strengthen community relations throughout project lifecycles.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
District Director
Texas House of Representatives
01.2021 - Current
- Currently serving as District Director for Representative Dade Phelan, formerly Speaker of the House, representing Orange, Jasper, and Jefferson Counties. Held previous employment as District Director for Texas Senator Brandon Creighton March 2018 until November 2018; responsibilities are identical in nature, though separate Houses.
- Manage complex stakeholder relationships with industry leaders, regulatory bodies, and municipal agencies to advance infrastructure, workforce development and operational efficiency.
- Manage all district operations, including interns, district scheduling and constituent services and even planning.
- Respond to and resolve constituent concerns regarding legislation, government services, and public policy maintaining a satisfactory constituent base.
- Advise the Speaker on district concerns, trends and emergencies contributing to strategic decision making.
- Participating in local risk and emergency coordination, collaborating with local authorities and state agencies during natural disasters and public safety incidents to facilitate resource deployment and facilitation.
- Ensure compliance with legislative ethics and confidentiality standards in all constituent interactions.
- Represent in place of or staff the member at public meetings, civic functions, and media engagements.
Business Development Manager
Southeast Texas Economic Development Foundation
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Business Development Manager for SETEDF, my role was to educate bankers, lenders, and borrowers about the programs that we offer and to seek new loan opportunities which will benefit, through the SBA 504 Program, our community by bringing businesses in and creating jobs within Southeast Texas and throughout the state.
- Networking and business development.
- Education on 504 programs between the foundation and banking entities.
- Maintained existing accounts, Pandemic halted operations entirely on all new business.
Small Business Owner
Self Employed
11.2018 - 02.2020
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.
- Consignment and retail
District Representative
U.S. House of Representatives
01.2014 - 03.2018
- Served as District Representative for Congressman Brian Babin in a more clerical role, as a case worker and face for the office.
- Managed all walk-ins, phone calls and new case work to be handled in the office.
- Attended events with the Community Affairs director.
- Tracked and reported district concerns to Washington, ensuring timely coordination on issues impacting the district.
- Worked with all federal agencies including Social Security Administration, IRS, Immigration, TSA, and Veterans affairs maintaining a high rate of constituent satisfaction.
- Drafted constituent responses and briefings for the Congressman.
- Served as the main contact handling hundreds FEMA cases from Hurricane Harvey in 2017.
Education
A.A.S. - Liberal Arts
Lamar State College Orange
Orange, Texas12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Texas A&M University, Commerce, TX
Commerce, Texas 12-2025
Skills
- Strategic Relationship Management and Stakeholder Engagement
- Community, Public and Government Relations
- Presentation and Communication Skills
- Outreach and Territory Development
- Time Management, Adaptability, and Conflict Resolution
- Professionalism and Emotional Intelligence Necessary to Succeed in High-Pressure Situations
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Detail-oriented
Timeline
District Director
Texas House of Representatives
01.2021 - Current
Business Development Manager
Southeast Texas Economic Development Foundation
02.2020 - 01.2021
Small Business Owner
Self Employed
11.2018 - 02.2020
District Representative
U.S. House of Representatives
01.2014 - 03.2018
A.A.S. - Liberal Arts
Lamar State College Orange
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Texas A&M University, Commerce, TX
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