Show-Me State Times

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has appointed Stephanie Whitaker as the new Director of Communications. "Stephanie and I have previously worked together to serve Missouri citizens, and I’m excited to have her join our team," said Bailey. "She’s brilliant in communications strategy, and I am confident that she will lead our communications team with insight and integrity."

Whitaker brings over seven years of experience in Missouri state government. Her most recent role was as the majority communications director for the Missouri House of Representatives, where she managed media and public relations for 110 state representatives.

Previously, Whitaker served as former Governor Mike Parson’s director of communications from July 2023. In this role, she led communication efforts across Missouri's 17 Executive Branch agencies and contributed to the early development of the Show-Me Strong Recovery Plan's communications campaign during the COVID-19 pandemic. She has held various roles in the Governor’s Office since June 2018.

Before her tenure in the Governor's Office, Whitaker worked with the Elections Division at the Missouri Secretary of State’s Office and was a national proposal specialist for BKD, LLP (now FORVIS, LLP). She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Communication from Evangel University.

"I am honored to be joining Attorney General Andrew Bailey’s team and their mission to serve Missourians by protecting the Constitution and upholding the rule of law," said Whitaker.

Press inquiries should be directed to press@ago.mo.gov.