Susan Evans

Background

About Susan Evans

I am a senior-level communications and policy specialist with extensive background in government relations, Great Lakes, energy and environment, international affairs, and strategic programming. I have broad experience in developing advocacy campaigns, message development and communications. I am a strategic innovator, a strong leader and a team player. Throughout my career, I have been recognized as an excellent communicator with robust writing and relationship building skills. I have experience in government relations, pursuing outreach to US elected officials, managing high-level official visits to the Midwest by Canadian elected officials and to Canada by US elected officials, organizing conferences, programs and events. I have a vast network of contacts across the US Midwest with media, non-governmental organizations, environmental groups, think-tanks, industry and associations. With an expansive professional background, I have the ability to offer expert advice and insight on a wide range of issues and to successfully engage across sectors and constituencies. I have a proven track record of success. Specialties: Strategic planning, Great Lakes, energy and environment, government relations, issues/advocacy campaign management, cross-cultural bridge-building, writing.