Susan J. Cavan
Engaging the audience—whether they are a policymaker, a sponsor, or simply a curious mind—is key to successfully communicating our mission, goals, or expert policy analysis. This approach is also fundamental in the realm of nonprofit communication and AI training, which enhances our ability to connect effectively. It truly encapsulates the core of my skill set in strategic communications.
Strategic communications is the throughline of my work—and the lens I use to help mission-driven organizations make AI understandable, governable, and ultimately useful for the people they serve. Right now that means AI governance support and a new publication on practical decision-making in a rapidly developing AI-enthused environment.
My background includes Communications team leadership at a clean-energy nonprofit and six years as editor and publications manager at the Atlantic Council. Previously, I spent a decade at Boston University's Institute for the Study of Conflict, Ideology & Policy immersed in policy research and publications, while managing the Institute's grant portfolio. A PhD in Political Science from BU is the cornerstone of my work. I write and consult where policy, communications, and emerging technology meet.

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