Stefanie Lao, Communications Counselor, She/Her/Hers

Expert in Content Strategy and Media Relations for Conservation Causes

Stefanie is passionate about the role storytelling plays in enacting social change. She currently supports the firm’s environmental and land conservation projects through social media content creation, media outreach, and all things writing. Stefanie previously served as Communications Director for Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley, where she oversaw day-to-day press and digital operations. In this role, Stefanie created communications plans, led promotion efforts for community and press events, prepared constituent communications, and executed rapid response efforts to local emergencies. Her expertise includes media relations, message development, and social media campaigns.

Stefanie previously worked as a Press Associate for California Environmental Voters, Digital Director, and Communications Associate for Harley Rouda for Congress, a Press Associate for Biden for President in Nevada, and as a fellow in the press office of then-California Attorney General Xavier Becerra. Born in the Philippines and raised in Los Angeles, Stefanie graduated from the University of Southern California (fight on!) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations. Outside of the office, Stefanie enjoys reading a good book, trying out new restaurants, and traveling with family.

Areas of  Expertise:

• Media Relations
• Communications Planning
• Message Development
• Digital & Social Media
• Conservation and Environmental Organizations
• Campaigns & Community Organizations
• Counties, Cities, and Special Districts

Joined FCP:

2024

Highlight of working at FCP:

Helping coalitions across California expand public land protections so communities can enjoy our open spaces for generations to follow.