Matthew Kastner
Senior Director, Media Relations at American Chemistry Council
- Role
- Senior Director, Media Relations at American Chemistry Council
- Location
- Washington, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Matthew Kastner
I am a public affairs professional educated in life sciences with experience in Washington, DC and SE Asia. I have subject matter expertise in chemical and plastics manufacturing, environmental science, and agriculture. My communications experience with a focus on media relations has supported successful advocacy outcomes through high reach media articles and impactful public-facing communication resources.
Experience
Senior Director, Media Relations
Jan 2025 — Present · Washington, DC, US
Lead earned media strategy for the American Chemistry Council\'s Plastics Division.Engage reporters at tier 1 publications (AP, Politico, Financial Times, among others) and trade press, pitching stories, responding to inquiries, organizing interviews, and providing clarifications and corrections. Lead international communication efforts related to the UN\'s global plastics treaty, including media engagement, creating collateral, website development, webinars, and other communication resources,Prepare executive spokespersons for interviews, including developing preparatory materials and mock interviews to hone message.
Education
National University of Singapore
Master of Science (MSc), Environmental Management
2015 — 2016
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology, General
2005 — 2009
Skills
- Public Policy
- Policy
- Nonprofits
- Editing
- Public Speaking
- Management
- Program Management
- Data Analysis
- Research
- Social Media
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Policy Analysis
- Fundraising
- Event Planning
Find verified contacts for anyone on LinkedIn
Unifers gives sales teams verified emails and direct dials, enriched profiles, and outreach that lands in the inbox.
Free plan included · No credit card required
This profile is compiled from publicly available professional sources. Unifers is not affiliated with or endorsed by LinkedIn. Request removal of this profile.