Susan Mellin

Susan Mellin is an accomplished fundraising and advancement professional with extensive experience in the arts and cultural sector. Currently serving as Chief Advancement Officer at the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation since February 2020, Mellin previously held multiple leadership roles at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts from 2004 to 2020, including Senior Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations. Early career positions include directorships at The Jewish Museum and managerial roles at The Paley Center for Media and the National Gallery of Art. Susan Mellin holds an M.A. in Art History and Museum Studies from Case Western Reserve University and a B.A. in English from the University of Michigan.