Stephen Lawe has been with RSG since 1988 and has played a pivotal role in the firm’s technical advancement and strategic growth. From 2012 to 2024, he served as RSG’s Chief Executive Officer, guiding the company’s performance and long-term vision. Now in a Principal role, Stephen focuses on thought leadership, partnering with clients to drive transformative change, and mentoring emerging leaders within the firm and across the industry.
He is nationally recognized for his work in public policy analysis and for developing innovative tools that have helped Fortune 500 companies shape their marketing strategies. Stephen serves as a technical adviser on select projects and leads research initiatives that address the evolving challenges facing RSG’s clients, helping them plan more confidently in an increasingly complex environment.
Outside of the firm, he serves on boards of both for-profit and nonprofit organizations and has taught at Vermont Law School. Stephen enjoys volunteering with organizations like Habitat for Humanity, where he brings his woodworking and building skills to the community. He also spends time outdoors with his family and enjoys skiing, hockey, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and biking.
Education
- MSEL, Environmental Law, Vermont Law School
- MA, Systems Thinking and Resource Policy Management, Dartmouth College
- BA, Political Science and Philosophy, St. Lawrence University
