NSSGA announces Michele Stanley as president, CEO
On Nov. 3, the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) named Michele Stanley as the association’s new President & CEO.
Stanley has been with the association for over ten years, serving in various roles in government affairs, most recently as Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy Officer. During her tenure, she helped grow the association into a leading advocate for infrastructure investment and the aggregates industry.
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“As we embark on the next era of the association, Michele will steer NSSGA to achieve real results for members,” said NSSGA 2025 Chair Ted Baker, II of Blue Water Industries. “NSSGA’s Officers and Executive Committee were unanimous in our support of Michele leading the association as our next CEO. With her wealth of advocacy experience, Capitol Hill connections and industry knowledge, I am confident that she is the perfect fit for the role.”
On behalf of the 1,100 members of the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA), our sincere congratulations to Michele Stanley as she formally takes the helm of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) after serving as the Interim CEO and Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy Officer. Her experience in advocacy for construction materials is unmatched and her leadership in government affairs has paved the way for her success at NSSGA.
Michele and I forged a lasting friendship since her time as Director of Government Affairs at NAPA. And now, as staff leaders of the tightly knit asphalt and aggregate industries, we are well aligned to represent our members and advance our shared interests at the national level. I look forward to Michele’s continued leadership at NSSGA!
– NAPA President & CEO Audrey Copeland
Stanley will now lead the association during a critical time for the industry, as Congress is working through its tax reform package and the reauthorization of the surface transportation bill, which is set to expire in 2026.
“From navigating the complexities of government affairs to charting the course for the entire association, I’m energized by the opportunity to leverage my experience for a broader vision and build an even stronger industry future together,” said Stanley.
She has almost 15 years of experience leading public policy initiatives. During her role as NSSGA’s executive vice president of government and regulatory affairs, she was named to The Hill’s Top Lobbyist for four years and by the National Institute of Lobbying and Ethics for two years. Prior to her roles at NSSGA, Stanley served on the government affairs team at the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) and worked on Capitol Hill for Rep. Nussle (IA) and Rep. King (NY).
Stanley is originally from Iowa and holds a degree in political science and management from Luther College, a certification in PAC management from George Washington University and a certification from the Institute for Organization Management from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. She currently lives in Arlington, VA with her husband and son.
