Susan Evans
About Susan Evans
Susan Evans serves as the Government Relations and Media Affairs Officer at the Canadian Consulate in Chicago, where she has worked since 2003. She focuses on advancing Canadian interests in the Midwest through strategic advocacy and public engagement.
Work at Government of Canada
Susan Evans has served as the Government Relations and Media Affairs Officer at the Canadian Consulate in Chicago since 2003. In this role, she focuses on advancing Canadian interests in Illinois, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Her responsibilities include conducting outreach to U.S. elected officials and collaborating with the Consul General and staff in Ottawa. She develops and implements strategic advocacy plans, campaigns, events, and public engagements to enhance Canada's profile in the United States. Her work emphasizes key areas such as energy, environment, agriculture, security, and international trade.
Education and Expertise
Susan Evans holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Michigan and a Master of Science in Broadcast Journalism from Northwestern University. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in government relations and media affairs. The combination of her degrees equips her with effective communication skills and a deep understanding of media dynamics, which she applies in her current role to advocate for Canadian interests.
Background
Before her current position, Susan Evans gained extensive experience in the media industry. She worked as a Producer at Fox Broadcasting Company from 1993 to 1996, followed by a role as Associate Producer at CBS News from 1997 to 2003. Additionally, she served as an Assistant Producer at NBC News for one year in 1996. This diverse background in broadcasting has contributed to her ability to effectively engage with media and stakeholders in her current role.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Susan Evans has organized high-level official visits between Canadian and U.S. elected officials, facilitating important diplomatic engagements. She has developed a vast network of contacts across the U.S. Midwest, including media, non-governmental organizations, environmental groups, think-tanks, and industry associations. Her strategic advocacy efforts have played a significant role in raising the profile of Canada in the United States.