Meet Suzanne

Meet Suzanne Tulien

Brand Clarity Expert,

Author, & Speaker

(animal lover, steward of the earth, wine & charcuterie enthusiast, closet karaoke singer, golfer, fly fisherwoman, adventurer, and more)

"I believe that our level of success
is inextricably related to our level
of self-development."

My 'Why':
"I exist to be a co-creative partner in the evolution
of alignment & authenticity.
I am a catalyst for consciousness, inspiration, & growth."

PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS:

Co-founder and Principal of Brand Ascension
Co-Pioneer of the Brand DNA methodology
Pioneer of Ignite Your Personal Brand Presence program and group mastermind
Speaker and Facilitator for corporate conferences
Certified Trainer; Train the Trainer II; Peak Potentials
Modern Classroom Certified Trainer (virtual training), 2020
Award winning graphic designer
Certified trainer in Accelerated Learning Methodologies
2006-07 President of the Pikes Peak Advertising Federation
Author: Personal Brand Clarity; Identify, Define & Align to What You Want to Be Known For.
Co-Author: Brand DNA, Uncover Your Organization’s Genetic Code for Competitive Advantage
Author: 6 Myths of Small Business Branding: Discover the Secrets and Learn the Truths to Exponentially Grow Your Bottom Line
Co-founded the Global Institute for Inspiration, (now Performance Inspired) 2011-2012, as partner & VP Training & Delivery.
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Organizational Communications and Graphic Design, University of South Alabama, Minor Psychology
Vice President of Middle Market Entrepreneurs Group of Colorado Springs, 2011-2013
15 Year Member of the Leadership Council of the Pikes Peak Consultant’s Roundtable, Communication Chair – 2009-2011

The Really Important Stuff About SUZANNE:

Passions: Experiencing and facilitating “aha moments,” making life more fun & creative, contributing to the sustainability our amazing planet, dancing, singing, eating truffle parmesan popcorn, watching mind-blowing movies, and loving and protecting animals of all species.
What Suzanne adds to Brand Ascension: A regular sense of “playing our way to success” because she loves the unlimited opportunities to create perceptions, and keeping it inspiring! A multitude of talents, speaking, designing, voice-talent, videography, copywriting, PR, program design, speaker training, facilitation, podcast guesting, and more!
Likes: Venti Decaf Oatmilk Latte w/2 pumps of toffee nut (over ice in the summer!) Frequent deep tissue massages, lemon drop martinis, groovy eclectic “lounge modern” tunes, Karaoke, ANY/ALL time spent in nature (fly-fishing, hiking, camping, skiing), deep intellectual conversations about life, spirituality, Law of Attraction
Dislikes: Excuses, Victim Attitudes, Dishonesty, Disregard of the environment, Smoking, Politics, Arrogance, lack of basic EQ (Emotional Intelligence)
Favorite Color: Pinot-Noir (Is that a color?), Periwinkle, deep purple, and of course Black
Favorite Movie: Grand Canyon, Beetle Juice, all James Bond films, AVATAR, and all movies like the Oceans 11 series!
Favorite Song: As a highly auditory & visual learner I appreciate a vast genre of music styles – depends on my mood. One of my ‘motivating’ favorites is “Let’s Go Crazy”, Prince - (I listen to it before hitting the stage!). Other fabulous bands are Morcheeba, Thievery Corporation, Everything But the Girl, Groove Armada, and of course Queensryche, Dokken, Bon Jovi, Howard Jones, Tesla, Matchbox 20…..!
Favorite drink & eat: Movie Popcorn. Charcuterie, fine cheeses, olives, foccacia breads and excellent wine + olive oils. Lemon drop martini’s, Fondue, whole foods….and a Smash Burger (mushroom truffle & swiss) from time to time! Mostly white wines like Viognier + Chardonnay, then some awesome Chilean reds like Carmenere, Malbecs, and old vine Zins.
What I wanted to be when I grew up: As a child, A zookeeper… and secretly, in the 80s, Joan Jett.

Speaking | Training | Facilitating is in my DNA...

Meet Suzanne Tulien,
Brand Clarity Expert, Author, Speaker, Trainer

What It’s Like to Work With Me

Curiosity is one of my favorite tools.

I’m an energetic, highly interactive thinker who loves connecting dots, asking provocative questions, and uncovering the things that often sit just beneath the obvious. I bring optimism and enthusiasm to the work, but I’m not afraid to challenge assumptions or ask the question that might make everyone pause.

I tend to move quickly from insight to possibility to action. I’m comfortable with change, ambiguity, big ideas, and figuring things out as we go. I also care deeply about people, which means I’m paying attention not just to what you’re building, but to whether it actually reflects who you are and what you value.

When we work together, expect me to be curious, candid, encouraging, strategic, and occasionally provocative. I’ll listen. I’ll ask questions. I’ll challenge your thinking. I’ll help you find the pattern hiding in the noise.

And when we discover the clarity you’ve been looking for, I’ll want to do something with it.

Because clarity isn't the destination. It’s the advantage that makes purposeful action possible.

Been there, done that! You see, I've done the personal branding work that I train my clients on. I've flushed out my unique attributes, I know my value position, and my 'Why." Clarity in my own essence is the only way I want to live – and I want to give that sense of liberation and creativity to my clients to become who they want to be known for.

I would love to talk brand elevation with you.

Thoughtfully elevating your brand,

Suzanne Tulien

Suzanne Tulien, is the powerhouse behind Brand Ascension and a trailblazer in the internal organizational brand development world. From founding I.D. by Design to steering on-brand creative projects at Navigant Consulting, Suzanne's career is a masterclass in brand evolution.

A magnetic speaker, Suzanne electrifies audiences with transformative workshops on building your Brand DNA, infusing brand into culture, employee engagement, and elevating personal brand leadership.

Her insights have graced BrandChannel.com, Innova, eHotelier, and Young Entrepreneur, among others. She's the author of three game-changing books: "The 6 Myths of Small Business Branding", "Brand DNA" and "Personal Brand Clarity."

She started in the marketing, graphic design, communications, & public relations - when she realized that all that 'EXTERNAL-facing' focus was just 'putting 'lipstick on the pig' (so to speak) and NOT helping the client identify, define, and ALIGN to their unique value position. ;0)

Armed with a Bachelor's in Organizational Communications and Graphic Design, Suzanne is an award-winning designer, employer brand consultant, speaker and certified trainer with a knack for accelerated adult learning. Her superpower? Crafting bespoke programs that catapult clients to their zenith of distinction.

As a Brand Clarity Expert, Suzanne doesn't just consult - she revolutionizes local, national, and global clients. She's the secret weapon for businesses looking to build brand experiences that resonate from the inside out. And her work in Personal Branding transforms the way professionals and emerging leaders see themselves enabling them to become who they want to be known for.

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Buckle up - your brand is about to take flight!

NATURE IS MY PLAYGROUND.

You already have a brand. It's time to take control of it.