Laura Marshall Schepis

Laura Marshall Schepis was named JEA’s Chief External Affairs Officer in September 2021. She leads teams responsible for government relations, media relations, communications and environmental services.

For over two decades, Ms. Schepis has focused on improving outcomes for energy utilities and the customers and communities they serve. In leadership positions at the American Public Power Association, the Edison Electric Institute, and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, she directed advocacy, political, and communications campaigns on issues including energy efficiency, renewable resources, national security, telecommunications and climate change.

Ms. Schepis received her Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Georgia School of Law and practiced civil and criminal law in Georgia before relocating to Washington, D.C. in 2000. She has chaired and now serves on the board of the National Energy Resources Organization.