Susie Coelho

“I would never let ‘not knowing’ how to do something get in the way of what I wanted to achieve in any area of my life!” -Susie Coelho

Susie Coelho is the living embodiment of inspiration and motivation. But that shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone that knows the tenacity, determination and passion of this beloved Renaissance woman who graced our living rooms (and backyards if you were so lucky) every week for over a decade as the host of two HGTV series “Surprise Gardener” and “Outer Spaces” (which currently airs on The Fine Living Network).

Born of East Indian and Portuguese heritage and raised in England, France and the United States, Susie Coelho first came to the public’s attention as a successful Ford model, followed by accomplished and highly public careers as a film and television actress, investigative journalist, restaurateur (with then-husband Sonny Bono) and subsequently a boutique retail owner.

For most of us, those accomplishments would be the crowning achievements of a rich and varied life. But not for Susie Coelho. Never one to rest on her laurels, Susie’s constant thirst for creativity and inspiration prompted this visionary to apply her life knowledge and international style toward the formation of her own lifestyle company, Susie Coelho Enterprises Inc. (www.susiecoelho.com).

Since its inception in 1997, Susie Coelho Enterprises (SCE) has blossomed into one of the most respected lifestyle enterprises in the country with over $90 million in licensed product at retail as well as successful divisions in television, publishing, appearances, and endorsements. SCE is continually recognized for being a trendsetter and at the forefront of the lifestyle arena with numerous Fortune 500 companies such as eBay, Visa, Betty Crocker, Bank of America, Glade, Windex, Maxwell House, Heinz, and Kahlua amongst many other household names of note, partnering with SCE for spokesperson/endorsement opportunities as well as trend and lifestyle advice for their various public relations initiatives and product launches.

Susie’s elegant taste and accessible philosophy have also made her a fan favorite and contributor to a number of national shows such as the “Today” show, “Oprah” and “The View” where she inspires viewers with tips and encouragement on creating harmony in every aspect of their lives by creating expressions of their own personal taste and style.

“There is nothing more exhilarating to me than the process of creating something out of nothing—starting with only an intangible idea,” said Coelho. “Then, as soon as that’s created, I set an entirely new goal and create something else or expand upon whatever it is that I have created. I am never stagnant. Creativity is a constantly growing and evolving endeavor which keeps things quite exciting. As an entrepreneur, this approach has served me well and I have been able to create in a variety of different arenas from restaurants to television—from a boutique to a lifestyle company! ‘Keep creating—that’s the joy of life’ has been the mantra by which I live my life. I love to make things happen almost as much as I love to help others make things happen!”

Susie’s no-nonsense approach to business has made her a favorite on such national business shows as CNN’s “Your Bottom Line,” ABC’s Network News, and Fox Business where she frequently goes head-to-head with guests such as White House Press Secretary Dana Perino and program hosts such as business gurus Neil Cavuto and Alexis Glick on news of the day.

Susie Coelho has also made her mark in the publishing world as a best-selling author with four books to her name: Style Your Dream Wedding (2008); Secrets of a Style Diva: A Get-Inspired Guide to Your Creative Side (2006); Styling for Entertaining: 8 Simple Steps, 8 Miracle Makeovers (2004); and Everyday Styling (2002). Susie is currently working on her next series of books which will undoubtedly continue to inspire others to make their own unique mark on the world.

No matter what medium, Susie’s true passion is helping others. A role model and inspiration to countless women across the country as a working mother with a 19-year-old son and 9-year-old daughter, this pioneering trendsetter has been at the forefront in championing women’s issues for over a quarter of a century and instrumental in the continued advancement of women in business, encouraging, motivating and inspiring women at all levels of the business spectrum to discover their innate abilities and reach their full potential.

“I love helping women find and tap in to their innate talents and how to use those gifts for success in business and life,” says Coelho. “Many women feel they have no resources or skills even though, after speaking to them, I find out this is not the case.  I never, ever, let ‘not knowing’ how to do something get in the way of what I wanted to achieve. More important than the skill set initially, is the burning desire, passion and vision you have for what you want to accomplish. Everything else will follow.”

Susie Coelho has distinguished herself as one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking business entrepreneurs in the country, aggressively pursued on the speaking circuit for her motivational and inspirational messages of personal empowerment and business excellence.  In 2007, Susie was honored with the prestigious Vision Award by Women in Film & Video, an organization dedicated to advancing the professional development and achievement of women working in all areas of film, television, video, multimedia and related disciplines. Susie was honored for her many and varied accomplishments and contributions to the media and for the encouragement and inspiration her success has given women the world over.

With a number of exciting television, web and publishing initiatives on the horizon, Susie Coelho will continue to share her gifts and life knowledge with others, so that they too can achieve their dreams just as she has and continues to do!

For more information on Susie Coelho, please visit www.susiecoelho.com.