Suzanne Stone is a Texas Christian University graduate and Louisiana native whose career
began in television, earning a regional Emmy Award for her work in Dallas. In 1998, she
transitioned from producing television to teaching it in the nonprofit sector, leading public
access television initiatives in Naperville, Illinois, and later in upstate New York.
Beyond media, Suzanne spent four years as Head Coach of a New York community college
women’s basketball team while simultaneously managing a local TV station. Her passion for
impact-driven work led her back to Texas, where she has since dedicated her career to leading
nonprofit organizations across the state, including Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA),
Children’s Miracle Network, Lake Travis Education Foundation, and Susan G. Komen Greater
Central and East Texas.
In 2019, she joined Livestrong to spearhead its mission initiatives, and in November 2023, she
was named President & CEO. Today, she leads the organization in its commitment to ensuring
that anyone affected by cancer has the resources and support they need to truly Livestrong.