Board Member

Board Member

Stephanie Dreux

Stephanie Dreux is a dynamic leader with extensive experience in community activation, brand management, and strategic growth across diverse sectors. Currently serving as the Head of Community Activation at IDIA (The Institute for Digital Inclusion Acceleration), she spearheads marketing and community engagement initiatives to bridge the digital divide, foster partnerships with key community organizations and government agencies, and drive impactful event strategies.

With a rich background spanning intellectual property, brand licensing, and marketing, Stephanie has held significant roles such as Vice President of Brand Licensing at The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, where she developed IP monetization strategies and managed product lifecycles. Her career also includes creating new brands and managing licensing programs for Scott Brothers Global (of HGTV's Property Brothers fame), and serving as an Adjunct Instructor at The Art Institute, teaching various business and marketing subjects. Stephanie's broad expertise is further complemented by her work in entertainment merchandise, e-commerce, and live events, reflecting her versatile capabilities in driving organizational success and fostering community.

Stephanie is a 12th generation New Orleanian who views food as medicine and creole food as edible stories of a city built on a rich tapestry of cultures. She is a certified Sommelier and is studying for her Master of Cheese certification.