Susan Smith Alexander
Senior Director, Programming
Susan Smith Alexander’s career began in radio, including many years at Z95.3/650 CISL in Vancouver. In 1999, she joined agency GENERATORIdeaWorks to create sales promotions for brands such as Molson Canadian. After a stint managing Cossette’s Blitz Promotion division in Vancouver, an nhl.com project with Los Angeles-based mobiico, and a marketing position at Coca-Cola Limited, Susan transitioned to the not-for-profit world, joining Arts Umbrella in 2005.
She joined as Director, Marketing and Communications, adding Development to her role in 2007; Susan moved to Programming in 2011 and currently, is the Senior Director, Programming.
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20,364
Young people accessed our programs in 2024/25
Continuing our commitment to making our programs accessible to as many children and youth in our communities as possible.
79%
Participated at no cost
Ensuring that the life-changing benefits of an accessible arts education can be experienced by all.
570
Served through bursaries and scholarships
Transforming the lives of our students through a high calibre arts education.