Stephanie Chesson Bailes

Stephanie Chesson Bailes is a licensed realtor at Coldwell Banker M. M. Parrish Realtors since June 2023, with an extensive background in leadership and organizational management. From January 2017 to March 2023, Stephanie served as President and CEO of the Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, successfully overseeing its expansion and the completion of a $12 million building project. Prior experience includes roles such as Business Manager for the Eta Delta Chapter of Chi Omega Housing Corporation, General Manager of Pennington & Bailes, LLC, and Director of Member Strategy at the American College of Cardiology. Additionally, Stephanie held various strategic and financial planning positions in telecommunications and non-profit sectors, notably developing a $36 million global operational budget at Special Olympics International. A graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Stephanie has demonstrated a commitment to community engagement and organizational growth throughout their career.