Susan Simmons

Susan Simmons has a diverse and extensive work experience. Susan started their career at Texas Bank and Trust as a Merchant Services Representative from July 2003 to February 2006. Susan then transitioned to Buckner International, where they held several roles including Office Manager, Missions from February 2006 to October 2009, Director of Missions from October 2009 to December 2014, Director of Spiritual Development from January 2015 to October 2016, Director of the Family Hope Center at Longview from October 2016 to May 2020, Development Communications Manager from May 2020 to August 2023, and currently serves as the Director of Development Communications. Susan has demonstrated expertise in various areas such as logistics management, program coordination, spiritual development, and communications.

Susan Simmons obtained a BBA in Business Administration and Management from East Texas Baptist University in 2002. Susan then went on to complete their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at Dallas Baptist University in 2011. During the same period, they also obtained a Master of Arts in Global Leadership with a focus on Missiology and Leadership Studies from Dallas Baptist University. Furthermore, Susan has acquired several additional certifications, including CPR/AED/First Aid from EMS Safety Services in May 2019, Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support Certification from the National Family Support Network in April 2019, and Faith and Finances Facilitator from The Chalmers Center at Covenant College in April 2017.