Suzanne Surface reassumed the role of Vice President, Audit in September 2018. Previously, she served in roles to enhance customer efficiency and effectiveness, most recently as Vice President, Transformation.

Suzanne originally assumed the Vice President, Audit role on July 1, 2015, following the separation of Columbia Pipeline Group from NiSource. She is responsible for the company’s internal audit and risk management functions.

During her previous tenure, the internal audit team expanded its focus on operational compliance, safety and reliability while growing the department’s reputation as a trusted advisor.

In her Transformation role, Suzanne was responsible for enhancing NiSource’s efforts to identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities for customers. She serves as the NiSource Executive Inclusion and Diversity Champion.

Suzanne has been employed by Columbia Gas and NiSource for more than 30 years, beginning her career as an intern.

She holds a master's degree in business administration from Capital University, where she graduated with highest honors, and a bachelor's degree in economics from Wittenberg University.