Sutton Tyson
BA, Mass Communication, Purdue University, 2016
Sutton Tyson has trailblazed a career dedicated to strategic storytelling: taking high-stakes, complex, and often sensitive institutional narratives and translating them into clear, impactful messages that resonate with the public. She is an Emmy-nominated Editorial Producer for CBS News, where she leads political booking and high-level media strategy. In this capacity, she cultivates and maintains relationships with key political figures, including Members of Congress and federal officials, to produce high-impact segments for live television. Her coverage has spanned breaking news, national politics, and global policy, including coordinating high-profile exclusive interviews with cabinet secretaries and congressional leadership. Additionally, Sutton is the Co-Founder of Tyson Global Advisors, where she advises startups and entrepreneurs on brand elevation and strategic communication strategies. Her work is dedicated to helping new ventures build a strong identity and a sustainable foundation for growth. Prior to her current roles, Sutton served as a spokesperson for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). In this role, she was a primary point of contact for a global press corps, managing breaking news inquiries and crafting strategic communications for the Bureau. She was also responsible for the media preparation of the FBI Director and executive leadership, developing talking points and overseeing briefing sessions for press conferences and national interviews.
Outside of her professional life, Sutton is deeply committed to social impact, specifically through her non-profit work in human trafficking advocacy. She serves as a member of the Purdue College of Liberal Arts Alumni Board and also mentors Purdue University students as they navigate careers in the D.C. area. She resides in Arlington, VA with her wife and two dogs.