Fresh out of design school at American InterContinental University, Atlanta, Susan took a leap of faith and drove to Los Angeles, California in search of a job. Fortunately, Lady Luck was on her side and she shortly landed a position designing swimwear. In 2008, Susan started her own line, Elevate & Collide, which garnered notice for its versatile and contemporary looks. Susan has swiftly made a name for herself as one of the youngest rising stars in fashion.