Stacey Gautreau
Baton Rouge,United States
Summary
Accomplished Director of Public Affairs at Dow Inc, adept in strategic communication and courageous leadership. Spearheaded crisis response initiatives, enhancing reputation and compliance. Fostered key relationships with stakeholders and led impactful public relations campaigns. Proven track record in media relations and issues management, driving organizational growth and visibility.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Public Affairs
Dow Inc
01.2006 - Current
- Oversaw team of communications and media relations professionals with focus on achieving reputation results
- Led crisis communications and issues management activities in response to challenging situations
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders, auditors, and legal counsel to confirm compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Identified metrics to measure and evaluate effectiveness of public relations campaigns and initiatives
- Collaborated with senior leadership team to understand impact of government and legal changes and align policy, strategy and services
- Built strong bonds with local cultural organization by respecting unique differences and specific societal norms
- Spoke at public events, evangelizing for organizational goals and interests
- Managed practical action plans to respond to audit discoveries and compliance violations
Executive Director
Career Builders Of Louisiana
01.1999 - 01.2006
- Communicated measured performance, forecasts and strategies to donors and board of directors
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and NGOs to secure funding and support for organization
- Initiated strategy to drive organizational growth and profitability
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events
- Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support
- Conducted media interviews, highlighting key messages of major developments and enhancing organizational reputation
Education
Master’s - Leadership Human Resource Development
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA06.2025
Bachelor Of Science - Business Education
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA05.1995
Skills
- Strategic Communication
- Crisis Response
- Issues Management
- Media Relations
- Reputation Management
- Branding
- Government Policy
- Budget Oversight
- Courageous Leadership
- Strategic Vision
- Motivational Leadership
- Expanding Territories
Affiliations
- Governor Appointed, LA Workforce Commission
- GNO Inc Board of Directors
- River Parishes Community College Foundation Board
- Capital Area United Way Steering Committee for Centennial Campaign Cabinet
Accomplishments
- Influential Woman in Business
- NORLI Leadership
- Volunteer of the Year
- Top 40 Under 40
- Young Woman of Achievement
Media
- The Last Mile Fund, 2023, https://www.lobservateur.com/2023/01/21/dow-last-mile-education-fund-partner-to-invest-in-students-pursuing-manufacturing-careers/
- Dow Video Sponsor, 2022, https://www.facebook.com/DowUSGulfCoast/videos/487042246383547
- Success Engineered: Louisiana Women Leading the Way, 2021, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guR3rdEzCSU
- La Porte Issues Evacuation, 2021, https://www.keranews.org/texas-news/2021-07-21/la-porte-issues-evacuation-notice-near-dow-chemical-plant
- Dow Leadership Academy, 2021, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8XMmDBt34Q
- LCTCS Turns 20 Years Old, 2019, https://www.theadvertiser.com/videos/news/2018/10/10/community-college-system-turns-20/1592699002/
- Influential Women in Business, 2016, https://www.businessreport.com/business/2016-influential-women-business-stacey-chiasson
- Flood of 2016, Dow + United Way + Mental Health, 2016, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FysEmw6OEw&list=PL9yqnr8akhTER9_MXkv-ThnTPbnR8OPG3&index=10
- LPB Public Square Panel, 2016, http://ldma.lpb.org/video_v2/asset-detail/LPUSQ-0909
Pastaffiliations
- Baton Rouge Area Chamber of Commerce Board
- Capital Area United Way Board, Chair of Impact Cabinet
- OLOL Children's Hospital Foundation Board
- Louisiana Jobs for American's Graduates Board
- Bird Perkins Cancer Center, Industry Committee
- Baton Rouge Community College Foundation Board
- Iberville Parish Chamber of Commerce Board
- West Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce Board
Timeline
Director of Public Affairs
Dow Inc
01.2006 - Current
Executive Director
Career Builders Of Louisiana
01.1999 - 01.2006
Master’s - Leadership Human Resource Development
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Bachelor Of Science - Business Education
Louisiana State University And A&M College
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