Susan R. Morrissey, Ph.D.

Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Chief of Staff

Susan R. Morrissey, Ph.D., is the Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Chief of Staff. She executes the ACS strategic initiatives and projects and ensure that they complement and support the overall mission of the Society. She plays a vital role in formulating communications of the Society’s strategic direction for internal and external audiences. During her more than 20 years at ACS, she has led the Communications Division and held positions in External Affairs & Communications and in C&EN prior to her current position. She holds an undergraduate degree in chemistry from Franklin & Marshall College and a Ph.D. in chemistry from Texas A&M University.