Susan Hepworth

Susan Hepworth is a seasoned public affairs strategist and skilled communicator with nearly two decades of experience guiding public affairs, strategic communication and advocacy campaigns across the world. From cardiovascular to neurological to respiratory and beyond, Susan translates complex policy challenges into compelling narratives that mobilize stakeholders and drive meaningful policy change. Susan currently works with the Global Alliance for Patient Access, an international non-profit, leading its respiratory and vaccine policy initiatives globally. She previously served as Executive Director of the National Coalition for Infant Health, which played a key role in shaping policy in the United States for the introduction and implementation of RSV monoclonal antibodies. Prior to her work in health policy, Susan served in various U.S. presidential and gubernatorial campaign communications roles, executing aggressive communication and earned media campaigns, and managing relationships with national and international media. Susan holds a B.S. in Journalism and Mass Communications from the University of Kansas William Allen White School of Journalism and lives in Oklahoma City.