SUSANNAH GOLD
New York,NY
Summary
Communications leader with 15+ years of experience driving internal and external communications, brand strategy, and executive messaging for global, mission-driven, and consumer-facing organizations. Proven track record in media relations, crisis communications, employee engagement, and digital storytelling. Skilled at aligning cross-functional stakeholders, strengthening brand reputation, and increasing audience engagement across multiple platforms. Multilingual: English, Italian, French.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder / Communications Leader
SLG Group
New York, NY
01.2023 - Current
- Advise executive leadership on corporate communications strategy, brand positioning, and messaging frameworks
- Lead crisis communications and reputation management, ensuring alignment across internal and external channels
- Develop and manage internal communications programs, including newsletters, intranet content, and executive town halls
- Write executive speeches, talking points, and social media content to enhance leadership visibility and engagement
- Developed and executed business strategies that expanded market presence and increased revenue streams.
- Established strategic vision and direction for SLG Group, driving growth and innovation in service offerings.
- Analyzed industry trends to inform strategic decision-making, ensuring competitive positioning in the market.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
- Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
Communications Consultant
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Remote
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed and executed global communications strategies supporting sustainable food systems initiatives
- Produced digital content (newsletters, social media, web) to increase engagement and brand visibility
- Organized and moderated international events, improving stakeholder participation and media coverage
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging across global campaigns
- Led 4 workshops and training sessions to improve stakeholder understanding of food security initiatives.
- Analyzed communication metrics to refine messaging strategies and increase audience reach
- Created 3 new initiatives for the division while consulting there.
- Oversaw the creation of multimedia content for campaigns promoting agricultural resilience and innovation.
Founder / Communications Leader
Vigneto Communications / Gold Communications
New York, NY
01.2012 - 01.2023
- Led integrated communications and PR campaigns, positioning clients as industry thought leaders
- Managed media relations, securing press coverage across digital and print outlets
- Built and executed content strategies, including editorial calendars, podcasts, and social campaigns
- Advised executives on messaging, stakeholder communications, and brand reputation management
- Pitched 20 new clients per year, signing up 5-8 new ones per year and retaining prior clients for an average of 7 years each.
Account Director
Colangelo & Partners
New York, NY
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Directed communications and public relations strategies for international clients
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver campaigns, trade shows, and digital initiatives
- Ensured brand consistency and increased visibility across multiple communication channels
- Managed 10 new business pitches a year, signing up 4 as clients
Education
Master’s Degree - Economics & Political Science
Johns Hopkins University – SAIS
Washington, DCBachelor’s Degree - French Language & Literature
Colgate University
Hamilton, NYSkills
- Executive Communications
- Media Relations
- Public Relations (PR)
- Crisis Communications
- Brand Strategy
- Content Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- WordPress (CMS)
- Data Analytics
- Asana
Affiliations
- Les Dames d’Escoffier, New York Chapter
- Bank Street School for Children – Parent Executive Board Roles
Certification
- Columbia University – Digital Marketing
- New York University (NYU) – Fundraising & Global Philanthropy
Languages
English (fluent)
Italian (fluent)
French (fluent)
Spanish (conversational)
Portuguese (basic)
Danish (basic)
Timeline
Founder / Communications Leader
SLG Group
01.2023 - Current
Communications Consultant
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
01.2021 - 01.2023
Founder / Communications Leader
Vigneto Communications / Gold Communications
01.2012 - 01.2023
Account Director
Colangelo & Partners
01.2010 - 01.2012
Master’s Degree - Economics & Political Science
Johns Hopkins University – SAIS
Bachelor’s Degree - French Language & Literature
Colgate University