meet our executive MBA career team

Experience & Expertise: 

Susan McClanahan, MBA, MEd, is a career coach with over a decade of experience guiding MBAs and alumni at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. With a background in corporate banking and a passion for empowering professionals, she specializes in job search strategy, resume development, and strengths-based coaching. A Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach and National Certified Resume Writer, Susan helps clients translate complex experience into compelling professional narratives. Her approach blends business acumen, deep listening, and tools like CliftonStrengths to inspire clarity and confidence in career transitions. 

Education and Certifications:

• MEd Counseling, NC State University
• MBA, New York University
• BA, Colgate University
• Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Certified Practitioner
• Gallup CliftonStrengths Certified Coach
• LPC Associate

Top 5 CliftonStrengths: 

1. Achiever
2. Learner
3. Input
4. Intellection
5. Developer

Fun Fact:

Susan was an intern at age 51. Talk to her about function/industry/geography pivots no matter what your age or stage. It's never too late to find rewarding work!