Suzanne McManus - Commissioning Editor - BBC
Suzanne McManus is a BBC commissioning editor for entertainment who champions inclusivity and supports neurodiversity initiatives. In this episode, Suzanne, a parent and advocate for neurodiversity, shares her experiences navigating inclusion challenges and her inspiring work to create positive change. Suzanne fuels her advocacy efforts by drawing on her unique perspective as a partner and mother in a neurodivergent family. She discusses her involvement in the groundbreaking project, The Assembly, a landmark piece of neurodivergent led and owned content. This episode promises a heartfelt and insightful look into the experiences of neurodivergent families and the importance of representation in media. Suzanne brings a wealth of experience to her role as Commissioning Editor. Previously, she played a crucial role in launching BBC Three and led programming at BBC GLR. Her impressive portfolio includes overseeing shows like the BAFTAs, Mock the Week, The Graham Norton Show, Friday Night with Jonathan Ross, Have I Got News for You, and The Revolution Will Be Televised. She has also worked with Comic Relief, managing all BBC-wide elements of synchronicity between the two organisations. https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-mcmanus-16384a61/
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