Susan Wood Gallagher

Susan Wood Gallagher serves as the Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Ave Maria University since February 2022. Previously, Susan held several key roles at August, including Director of Marketing and eCommerce, Associate Marketing Director, and Marketing Manager, from August 2019 to February 2022. As Managing Owner of Aggrandize from May 2018 to February 2022, Susan directed multi-channel marketing strategies and implemented SEO best practices. Additional experience includes serving as Marketing Manager at The Trailhead and Digital Content Strategist at Bisk, along with a role as Marketing Coordinator for the Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce, where significant increases in website traffic were achieved through SEO efforts. Early career experience includes working as a Wilderness Guide at Noah's Ark Whitewater Rafting & Adventure Co. Susan holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from North Greenville University.