Theresa Sauls
About Theresa Sauls
Theresa Sauls serves as the Community Relations Manager for CenterPoint Energy, focusing on equitable growth and community engagement initiatives. With over 30 years of experience in community relations, she has been recognized for her contributions to education and corporate social responsibility.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Theresa Sauls has served as the Community Relations Manager and LA/MS Regional Manager at CenterPoint Energy since 2013. With over 11 years of experience in this role, she is based in Houston, Texas. Sauls has been instrumental in creating initiatives aimed at increasing access to field jobs, particularly through Career & Technical Education. She has also designed and managed community engagement initiatives that support equitable and inclusive growth for the company. Additionally, she has formulated the strategic positioning of CenterPoint Energy's corporate social responsibility platform, focusing on education and community vitality.
Education and Expertise
Sauls studied at the University of Phoenix, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Business Administration and Management from 2000 to 2005. Her educational background provides a foundation for her extensive experience in community relations and corporate social responsibility. Sauls has also been involved in multiple Career & Technical Education Advisory Committees across various school districts, showcasing her commitment to education and workforce development.
Background
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Theresa Sauls worked at El Paso Corporation (formerly Tenneco) as a Community Relations Manager for 21 years, from 1989 to 2010. Following that, she held a similar position at Waste Management for two years, from 2010 to 2012. Her extensive background in community relations spans over three decades, highlighting her dedication to fostering community engagement and development.
Achievements
Sauls has been recognized for her contributions to the community and her professional achievements. She was featured in the inaugural edition of Who’s Who in Black Houston and listed in the Houston Business Journal as 'People on the Move.' Additionally, she served as President of the Corporate Community Relations Council, leading a team of community relations professionals. Sauls is also a recipient of the Leadership Houston’s Patrice Johnson Award for Class XXXVI, distinguishing her as the only employee from CenterPoint Energy to receive this honor.