Susan Shafer

Susan Shafer currently serves as the Director of Executive and Corporate Communications at VSP Vision, a position held since November 2011, where leadership involves managing two specialized teams dedicated to advancing communication strategies aligned with business objectives. Prior experience includes roles as Senior Manager and Manager of Executive Communications at VSP Vision and Senior Communications Consultant for Goddard Claussen Public Affairs, where strategic communication was focused on significant political campaigns. Susan's tenure at S&P Global involved directing marketing and communications for an online education product. Additionally, experience as Director of Communications and Press Secretary at the Office of the Governor of Michigan included overseeing communication strategies for various state issues. Early career highlights include serving as Public Information Officer at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, promoting economic growth in the state. Susan holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Theory from Michigan State University James Madison College.