Susan Spero

Susan has more than 30 years of experience as an executive coach, organizational consultant, keynote speaker and manager. She has worked in the U.S., Canada, and Western Europe with corporate, governmental, and non-profit organizations that range in size from 5 to 50,000 employees. Her clients, who represent a wide variety of industries, have included Leo Burnett, Shell Canada, Time Warner, Westin Hotels and Johns Manville. She has also worked with numerous hospitals, library systems and government agencies.

In her efforts to facilitate sustainable change and increased productivity, she provides consulting, coaching and training that are tailored to the culture and priorities of each client. She helps leaders develop strong alignment within their senior teams and between all departments. She believes that healthy relationships, based on clear communication, trust and a sense of humor, are essential ingredients for innovation and leadership success.

Areas of Expertise

• Strategic Planning
• Team Building and Meeting Facilitation
• Executive Coaching
• Leadership & Communication Skills Training
• Conflict Resolution & Mediation

Industry Experience

• High Tech and Telecom
• Health Care and Education
• Non-profit and Governmental Agencies
• Professional Services

Education and Certifications

• BA, Education - University of Michigan; MA , Psychology - University of Northern Colorado
• Certified Practitioner - Myers-Briggs Type Indicator [MBTI]
• Appreciative Inquiry Training - Taos Institute with Dr. David Cooperrider & Dr. Diana Whitney
• Gestalt Therapy Training - Gestalt Institute of Denver
• Negotiation & Influence Skills Training Certification
• Genos Emotional Intelligence Assessment Certification