Overview
Chandra M. Hayslett serves as Chief Communications Officer at The Legal Aid Society as of August 2025 [1][3]. Hayslett is a Pulitzer Prize-winning communications executive with over 15 years of experience in integrated marketing and strategic communications [2]. Prior to this role, Hayslett held the position of Vice President of Communications at the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies from September 2021 to November 2024 [4], and served as Communications Director at the Center for Constitutional Rights from July 2017 to September 2021 [5]. Hayslett's earlier career included founding Hayslett Media Consulting in 2009 [6], directing communications at StudentsFirstNY [8], and holding positions in communications and marketing at various organizations [9][10]. Hayslett holds a Bachelor's degree in African-American Studies from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville [11].
Profile introduction
Pulitzer Prize-winning communications executive with 15+ years of experience leading integrated marketing and strategic communications that drive business growth, shape public discourse, and advance social impact. I bring a unique blend of newsroom instincts and boardroom strategy — developing narratives that move people and policy across global B2B, B2C, and nonprofit sectors. A trusted advisor to C-suite leaders, I specialize in positioning executives and organizations as thought leaders through compelling storytelling, brand differentiation, and earned media. My expertise spans media relat…
Career history
- Chief Communications OfficerAug 2025 to presentThe Legal Aid Society
- Vice President, CommunicationsSep 2021 to Nov 2024Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies
- Communications DirectorJul 2017 to Sep 2021Center for Constitutional Rights
- PresidentJan 2009 to 2017Hayslett Media Consulting
- Managing Supervisor and NYC New Business Prospector for Professional ServicesJun 2014 to Sep 2016Gibbs & Soell Business Communications
- Director of CommunicationsJul 2012 to Jun 2014StudentsFirstNY
- Director of Communications and MarketingJan 2010 to Jul 2012First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens/Central Jersey Community Development Corp.
- Social Media Coordinator (appointed position)2009 to Jan 2010New York Women in Communications, Inc.
Education
- Bachelors, African-American Studies1993 - 1997University of TennesseeKnoxville
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