Susan Alban

Susan Alban, the Chief People Officer and Operating Partner at Renegade Partners, collaborates with early-stage founders and executives to develop their teams and companies during the transition from startups to established entities.

With a rich background in general management, product development, operations, and HR leadership spanning various industries and regions, Susan brings a wealth of experience to her roles.

As an independent board member and Compensation Committee Chair at Li-Cycle, a publicly traded company specializing in lithium-ion battery recycling and sustainable practices, Susan offers strategic guidance on compensation, organizational growth, governance, and performance.

Furthermore, Susan extends her expertise to advising tech startup CEOs on scaling strategies, driven by her passion for enhancing work environments to be more fulfilling, enjoyable, successful, and fair for all individuals.

Susan's educational journey includes an MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business and a degree in Economics with a minor in Japanese from Duke University.

Throughout her career, Susan has been involved with various organizations, holding advisory, board member, and executive roles at prominent companies such as Renegade Partners, Li-Cycle, Uber, eBay, and McKinsey & Company.

Her diverse professional background encompasses positions in talent and people operations, product management, general management, private equity, and consulting, reflecting her multifaceted skill set and adaptability across different fields.