Tracy Dang Thai
About Tracy Dang Thai
Tracy Dang Thai serves as the Managing Editor for the Americas at ICIS, where she leads a team covering petrochemical markets. With a background in journalism and extensive experience in various editorial roles, she has been with ICIS since 2012 and is based in the Houston, Texas area.
Work at ICIS
Tracy Dang Thai has been a key member of the ICIS team since 2012, holding various roles that highlight her expertise in the petrochemical sector. She currently serves as the Managing Editor for the Americas, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she leads a team of news and pricing editors focused on the petrochemical markets across the Americas. Prior to her current position, she worked as a News Editor for the Americas from 2017 to 2019 and held multiple reporting and editing roles within the organization, including Senior Editor and Markets Reporter.
Education and Expertise
Tracy Dang Thai earned her Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from The University of Texas at Austin, where she studied from 2001 to 2004. Her educational background laid the foundation for her career in journalism, particularly in the field of petrochemicals. She also completed the International Baccalaureate program at Garland High School, which provided her with a rigorous academic background. Her expertise is further demonstrated through her extensive experience in news reporting and editing within the petrochemical industry.
Background
Tracy Dang Thai began her career in communications at the Texas Academy of General Dentistry, where she worked as a Communications Assistant from 2004 to 2005. She transitioned to the journalism field with her role at The Colorado County Citizen, serving as Managing Editor and News Reporter from 2005 to 2006. Tracy returned to ICIS in 2012, where she has since developed a strong focus on the petrochemical markets, specifically in roles that require in-depth reporting and analysis.
Achievements
Throughout her career at ICIS, Tracy Dang Thai has contributed significantly to the coverage of various petrochemical markets, including olefins and butadiene. Her leadership as Managing Editor has been instrumental in guiding her team to deliver timely and accurate news and pricing information. Tracy's commitment to her work is evident in her long tenure at ICIS, where she has progressed through multiple roles, showcasing her dedication to the field of journalism and the petrochemical industry.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Tracy Dang Thai enjoys exploring the Katy community and the Greater Houston area. She seeks out activities and dining experiences that allow her to engage with her local environment. Tracy also values family time, spending time with a teenager, a baby, and a 16-year-old puppy, which reflects her commitment to balancing work and personal life.