Suzie Lachut

Suzie Lachut has extensive experience in marketing and partnership development. Suzie began their career at Giant Eagle as a Marketing Assistant, where they managed promotional activity for the Health and Wellness lines of business. Suzie also led marketing efforts for Specialty Pharmacy Services and played a key role in launching the Giant Eagle Contact Lenses e-commerce business. Suzie then joined Parkhurst Dining as a Marketing Manager, where they focused on brand strategy and marketing initiatives to drive guest engagement and organic sales. Suzie was responsible for new business acquisition and client outreach through proposals, direct mail and email campaigns, trade show presence, and web videos. Suzie later transitioned to the role of Director of Partnership Development in Higher Education at Parkhurst Dining, before becoming the Managing Director of Growth & Retention. Alongside their marketing career, Suzie has also held various roles at the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, including Immediate Past Board Chair, Chair of the Board of Directors, and Board Secretary.

Suzie Lachut holds a Master's degree in English from Duquesne University. Suzie also completed their undergraduate studies at the same university, where they received a Bachelor's degree in English and Integrated Marketing Communications. However, no specific start or end years are provided for either degree.