Jacqueline Strayer

Jacqueline Strayer is a communication, marketing and leadership expert, consultant, educator, and cultural enthusiast. She served as an elected officer of three global, publicly traded companies overseeing marketing and communications. She is a faculty member at Columbia University and New York University and is faculty lead for the NYU Stern School of Business Social Impact Fellows program. 

Her early communications work distinguished her, creating the first communication and training program in the U.S. to address sexual harassment in the workplace. Among her awards include the Points of Light Award from General Colin Powell for her work in corporate social responsibility and two Best in Class Awards from U.S. Secretary of Education Richard Riley for her leadership in improving education in marginalized communities. She was selected as a civilian participant for the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference, the oldest and most prestigious public liaison program of the U.S. Department of Defense and was selected by the U.S. Department of State for the Fulbright Specialist Program.

She has spent her life traveling the world, advising social entrepreneurs, advancing the arts and as a board member in prominent arts organizations. She has interviewed thousands of people on film including Heads of State, Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients, Nobel Laureates, Pulitzer, Tony, Olivier, Golden Globe, Emmy and Oscar awardees and Hall of Famers and holds three trademarks. Her book BrandYOUtation: At the Nexus of Brand Individuality and Reputation will be published in 2025 and hosts the podcast, People in THIS Moment®. She believes everyone has a great story to tell.