Chantal Petherbridge

About Chantal Petherbridge

With deep experience in communications for global organizations, I have successfully executed strategic, multi-faceted campaigns that enhance and safeguard corporate reputation. A mature advisor to C-suite executives and divisional leaders, I consistently deliver targeted content that engages diverse audiences and supports business growth.Expert in executive storytelling, employee engagement, change management, thought leadership, internal / M&A / financial / crisis communications. I have developed these skills across the manufacturing, insurance, and design/construction sectors throughout North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.Leader of high-performing teams that implement impactful communications programs, platforms, and events. By integrating strategic, tactical, and creative plans with advanced media and social communication tools, we produce purposeful and compelling content that hits the mark.

Experience

1. Director - Global Corporate Communications

   James Hardie

   Nov 2025 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   Built a comprehensive global Corporate Communications platform, overseeing both internal and external communications for a global organization of employees, originating in Australia and now headquartered in Chicago.• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, COO, CTO, CHRO and North America President, as well as other members of the Executive Leadership Team globally, providing strategic guidance and direction on communications relating to corporate strategy, employee engagement, organizational alignment, community relations, company values and purpose, global brand initiatives, and sponsorship programs.• Direct communications strategy across thirty-one manufacturing facilities, six recycling centers, and six research & development locations worldwide, including major offices in North America, APAC, and Europe.• Lead the global Corporate Communications team in implementing a robust communications framework comprising email, global town halls, video content, intranet, AppSpace, Screen Cloud, message boards, Viva Engage, corporate PR and media, events, and digital (LinkedIn). • Successful communications rollout (internally and externally globally) of $8.8B acquisition of AZEK Corporation in March 2025.• Develop and execute corporate reputation strategies, including PR, media and shareholder engagement for dual-listed funds in both Australia (ASX) and US (NYSE).• Own crisis communication management playbook and execution, partnering with C-Suite and risk management team globally during high-stakes, disruptive events.• Partnered with APAC teams on communications rollout of Philippines exit in 2024. • Work in partnership with internal stakeholders to deliver global corporate initiatives, such as Grow@Hardie, wellness programs, annual engagement surveys, Zero Harm month, and Total Rewards.

Education

• University of Technology Sydney

  Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing

• Northwestern University

  Master of Science in Communications - MSC

• Northwestern University

  Post Baccalaureate Certificate, Writing