Heather Betancourth
Communications Director for Texas’s Gulf Coast Protection District
- Role
- Communications Director at Gulf Coast Protection District
- Location
- Houston, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Heather Betancourth
Heather Betancourth is a seasoned communications leader with 23 years of experience spanning corporate communications and journalism. As Communications Director for the Gulf Coast Protection District, she leads strategic outreach and engagement efforts for a special-purpose government agency with a focus on elevating public understanding and support for the largest coastal protection project in U.S. history.Heather is recognized for her ability to navigate complex social, political, and reputational landscapes, bringing a proactive approach to risk management, strategic advocacy, targeted communications, and community investment to build trust and drive stakeholder alignment.Her leadership in crisis communications has been instrumental in guiding organizations through natural disasters, mechanical failures, and public opposition to large-scale projects.
Experience
Communications Director
Gulf Coast Protection District
Jul 2025 — Present · Houston, TX, US
Education
University of Houston
BA, Journalism
2001 — 2003
University of Houston-Downtown
Master's Degree, Professional Writing and Technical Communication
2012 — 2015
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