Suzanne Zurn

Suzanne Zurn has a strong background in strategic communications, with their most recent role being the Strategic Communications Lead at the Department of Defense Office of Small Business Programs. Prior to that, they held the position of Head of Strategic Communications at Eccalon, LLC and the NSIN - National Security Innovation Network. Suzanne also served as the Head of Digital Content & Creative at MITRE and as the Owner & Principal Communications Advisor at Three Lines Group, where they provided support for corporate communications re-org and drove increases in social media engagement and press mentions for clients. Suzanne has also worked as an Adjunct Faculty Member at The George Washington University, teaching courses in digital strategy, and as Vice President and General Manager at Vinco Strategies, where they expanded the company's digital agency and implemented project management norms and metrics. Suzanne has held senior positions at DCI Group as the Vice President, Digital Strategy & Practice Lead, at Adfero Group as the Senior Vice President, and at Waggener Edstrom as the Vice President, Digital Consulting. Throughout their career, they have consistently demonstrated their expertise in digital strategy, campaign planning, influencer marketing, and business development.

Suzanne Zurn completed their education history as follows:

- From 1997 to 1999, they attended The George Washington University, where they earned an M.A. in Political Management.

- In 2019, they participated in the Executive Program at Northwestern University, specializing in Kellogg on Branding.

- In 2016 and 2017, they attended the Leadership Fairfax Institute, focusing on leadership studies.

- From 1990 to 1995, they pursued their undergraduate studies at Washburn University, receiving a B.A. in Communications and Political Science.

- In 1993 and 1994, they also attended the Campaign Management Institute at American University.

- Suzanne Zurn completed their secondary education at West Springfield High School from 1986 to 1988, and then at Junction City Sr High School from 1988 to 1990.