BIO
A lifelong Alaskan, Susan moved to Juneau in 1987. She is a Senior Policy Advisor for the University of Alaska and is a former president of McKinley Research Group (formerly McDowell Group), providing research and consulting services to clients in all sectors of Alaska’s economy. Susan previously served as Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Commerce, as Vice President for Goldbelt, and in several tourism marketing and operation roles.
Throughout her career, she has been responsible for many Alaska Native corporation business ventures, led efforts to market Alaska domestically and internationally, and developed Alaska’s renewable and traditional energy resources. She has extensive experience in Alaska’s visitor industry.
Susan appreciates Juneau’s rich cultural heritage, outdoor recreation, and vibrant arts community.