Stacy Cantu

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Founder at Stacy G. Cantu & Associates LLC

Dallas, Texas, United States

Overview

Stacy Cantu is a governance subject matter expert and the founder of Stacy G. Cantu & Associates LLC, with over 25 years of executive experience in nonprofit organizations. A Certified Association Executive and graduate of Oklahoma State University, she previously served as Chief Governance Officer for Texas Health Resources. Colleagues describe her as energetic, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking.

Outside of her professional work, Stacy is deeply committed to community service. She serves on the Board of Trustees for Metrocare Services, Dallas Countys largest provider of mental health services. She is also a past chair of the Austin East Community YMCA and has served on the YMCA of Austin Board.

She is the recipient of the Ollie Jo Bozeman Governance Professional Award from Texas Healthcare Trustees in recognition of her contributions to quality hospital governance.

Personality Overview

Believer

Full Of Energy

Big Picture Person

They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt.  Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are people oriented, friendly and like creating new connections.

Topics They Care About

Healthcare Governance
As a nationally recognized governance expert, she frequently speaks on topics like board performance, crisis management, and the evolving role of the chief governance officer.
Nonprofit Leadership
Has over 25 years of executive experience leading nonprofit organizations, including her previous roles as President/CEO for Texas Healthcare Trustees and Executive Director for Keep Texas Beautiful.
Community Mental Health
Actively serves on the board of Metrocare Services, which provides mental health and development disability services to over 55, 000 individuals annually in Dallas County.

Media Appearances

Stacy has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2025
Founder at Stacy G. Cantu & Associates LLC
8-2025 - 10-2025
Vice President Executive Consultant at Texas Health Resources
1-2017 - 10-2025
Chief Governance Officer at Texas Health Resources
10-2014 - 12-2016
President/CEO at Texas Hospital Association Foundation
1-2007 - 12-2016
President/CEO at Texas Healthcare Trustees

Education

1982 - 1985
Bachelor of Science from Oklahoma State University

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Insights For Selling To Stacy

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Talk about their team and how your product will help them do things better and easier
  • Be friendly and entertaining in your conversation
  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee

DONT's

  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no
  • Don’t be too formal, focus on building comfort and trust
  • Avoid overloading them with too much detail

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Stacy is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Stacy

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Stacy move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can Stacy take some risk or not?

  • They can accept limited risks, ones that they think will not impact them personally.

You And Stacy

Personality Compatibility


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