Susan Trast

Susan Trast is an accomplished communications and marketing leader with extensive experience in various industries. Since January 2023, Susan has been serving as Vice President and Head of Group Communications, Marketing, and Sustainability at ANDRITZ, where strategic alignment with corporate goals and business growth is prioritized. Prior to this role, Susan held significant positions at Outokumpu from August 2017 to January 2023, leading global marketing initiatives and reinforcing the company's brand identity in the stainless steel industry. Susan's tenure at ABB from August 2010 to August 2017 included roles as Global Head of Marketing Communications and Global Marketing Communications Manager, focusing on transforming marketing approaches and developing digital capabilities. Earlier career experiences at Valmet involved managing comprehensive global marketing strategies and communications for the paper industry. Susan holds an M.Sc. from Åbo Akademi University and is currently enhancing skills through a Communications Manager Training Program at the Management Institute of Finland MIF Oy.