Susan Fischer Copple
Susan Fischer Copple brings more than four decades of personal genealogical research experience to her work, combined with a thirty-year corporate career in information technology as a director, software developer, project manager, and technical writer. That rare combination of deep research passion and technical precision defines everything she does.
Susan is the owner of Rainshadow Genealogy, where she offers research services spanning family history, DNA analysis, forensic genealogy (including adoption research), record retrieval, genealogical organization, and Czech Archives research.
Her academic credentials include a computer science degree and a Certificate in Genealogical Research from Boston University, supplemented by ongoing training through numerous courses at genealogical institutes across a range of research specialties. She is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, the National Genealogical Society, the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Families in British India Society, the Genealogical Forum of Oregon, the Utah Genealogical Society, and several local genealogical societies. Susan adheres to the Genealogical Standards and Ethics established by the Board for Certification of Genealogists, and is currently 'on the clock' working towards certification.
January 2, 2027 - Hybrid Webinar/Workshop
Registration is coming soon.
This event will take place at the Huntington Beach Central Library, and will be streaming via Zoom for those who cannot attend in person.
Huntington Beach Central Library
7111 Talbert Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Meeting Rooms C-D
10:10 AM PDT - Genealogical Organization: Paper and Digital Filing Systems
Examine a variety of approaches to organizing both paper and digital genealogical records. Offering practical guides and real-world examples.
*This is a 2-hour lecture and workshop. A laptop is strongly recommended.
Speaker Handouts, when available, can be found in OCCGS Members Only on the Speaker Handouts page.
