Susie Perkowitz
CEO, Speaker, Diabetes Advocate
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As a former nationally syndicated radio producer & host, Susie has had a passion for audio production throughout her career. Holding degrees in both Communications and Theatre from Loyola University, Susie has produced, hosted and/or voiced countless radio segments, shows, commercials and sponsorships. Also a seasoned entrepreneur and marketer, Susie has spearheaded successful branding campaigns, product designs & launches, as well as PR & marketing campaigns.
An award-winning speaker, Susie employs creative and humorous storytelling techniques gleaned from improv training at Improv Olympic Chicago and years of performing on stage. She is also an internationally renown monogenic diabetes advocate. Her experience with misdiagnosis and her current battle with vision loss due to years of incorrect treatment has touched lives around the world and has given her an international speaking platform at major events like the American Diabetes Association’s Scientific Sessions.
An award-winning speaker, Susie employs creative and humorous storytelling techniques gleaned from improv training at Improv Olympic Chicago and years of performing on stage. She is also an internationally renown monogenic diabetes advocate. Her experience with misdiagnosis and her current battle with vision loss due to years of incorrect treatment has touched lives around the world and has given her an international speaking platform at major events like the American Diabetes Association’s Scientific Sessions.