NSSGA appoints VP of government, regulatory affairs

Stanley

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) promoted Michele Stanley to vice president of government and regulatory affairs.

Stanley, who has been with NSSGA for more than four years, will be responsible for leading public advocacy efforts that protect and expand the use of aggregate to build America’s infrastructure and economy, according to NSSGA. She most recently served as senior director of government affairs.

“Michele brings to the job a wealth of experience in advocating for infrastructure investment, worker safety and health and common-sense regulations,” says Mike Johnson, president and CEO of NSSGA. “She has proven time and time again to be someone that our members can trust to effectively lead our advocacy program, and she has earned the respect of those around her.”

Stanley has more than 15 years of experience in public policy and political advocacy, according to NSSGA, including time spent as government affairs director at the National Asphalt Pavement Association. She holds a degree in political science and management from Luther College and a certification in PAC management from George Washington University.

“I’m thrilled to work at a collaborative and team-oriented organization for such hardworking and passionate members,” Stanley says. “This is an exciting time in our industry as we strongly advocate for increase infrastructure investment; break down the permitting barriers for our member companies, large and small; and strive to keep our workers safe at quarries, in work zones and at home. I’m lucky to be a part of it all.”