ABOUT
Meet Susan
Susan is a nonprofit coach and consultant with a passion for maximizing the social impact of nonprofits. With over three decades of experience, she has helped many organizations elevate their performance and cultivate exceptional leaders. Susan's expertise is rooted in her profound understanding of nonprofit strategy development, operations, and human capital management.
approach —
As a Co-Active Coach, Susan forges powerful partnerships with individuals and organizations, guiding them to align their goals with their core mission and values. Her approach is holistic, addressing both professional success and personal fulfillment. Susan's clientele spans a diverse range of nonprofits, from social service agencies to rare disease organizations to trail development groups. Her coaching style is characterized by deep empathy, keen intuition, and a nuanced understanding of the unique challenges faced by nonprofit leaders both in and out of the workplace.
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consulting —
Susan's consulting work is equally impactful, focusing on helping organizations and boards maximize their influence, expand their organizational capacity and realize their mission. Her strategic planning expertise, combined with her skill in resource alignment and leadership development, have been instrumental in guiding numerous mature organizations through periods of growth and evolution. She has also played a pivotal role in shepherding emerging nonprofits from volunteer-led startups to thriving 501(c)(3) organizations.
education & experience —
Susan’s academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Michigan State University's James Madison College and a Master of Public Administration from Indiana University's School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Her dedication to the nonprofit sector extends beyond her professional life, including serving as the Vice Chair of the Board for the Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative, an active volunteer at Circles of Washtenaw County’s Jobs and Education Team, and other organizations.
the right combination —
With her unique blend of strategic insight, operational expertise and compassionate leadership, Susan continues to be a catalyst for positive change in the nonprofit world, empowering organizations and individuals to reach new heights of success and impact.