Susan Asiyanbi

Susan Asiyanbi is the advisor CEOs call when the stakes are high, the dynamics are complex, and the path forward isn’t obvious. A strategist, pattern recognizer, and trusted executive advisor, Susan helps senior leaders navigate the technical and adaptive dimensions of organizational change. Before founding The Olori Network®, Susan served as COO at Teach For America, leading operational strategy across 51 regions and developing nearly 2,000 staff. Her experience at TFA, along with roles at Boston Consulting Group and Sears Holding Corporation, honed her expertise in scaling leadership, driving results, and designing high-impact systems. As CEO of The Olori Network®, Susan and her team work alongside executive teams to bridge strategy and culture—ensuring leadership teams don’t just move fast but move together. Susan holds an M.B.A. from Kellogg (Northwestern University), an M.A. in Education Administration, and a B.A. from Williams College. She is a proud member of YPO, CHIEF, the Aspen Global Leadership Network, the Economic Club of Chicago, and the Commercial Club of Chicago. Her leadership extends to the boards of the Chicago Children’s Museum and other organizations across business, education, and social impact.

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