ABOUT SUSIE BRAAM
Innovation Leader
Susie spent over 20 years in the public sector, predominantly in the National Security arena. As a leader, she dealt with many fast-paced, changing and complex situations; she also stood out for her exceptional people leadership skills.
Between 2016 and 2021, Susie held posts as Head of Innovation, first at the Ministry of Defence and then at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
She has set up and ran National Security Incubators; developed innovation strategy and governance; provided education, awareness and skills in innovation methods; tackled the friction and bureaucracy that slows progress; and developed innovation mindset and culture.
Susie also spent 5 years supporting a cross-agency executive team leading a large-scale digital transformation with their development, dynamics and alignment.
Advisor & Coach
Susie predominantly works as an independent advisor and coach with leaders and leadership teams seeking organisational renewal. Her work includes: the development of strategy, innovation portfolios and pipelines; establishing innovation governance and coaching investment boards; and innovation culture and leadership alignment.
In 2020, Susie co-founded Yellow Cat Innovation. Yellow Cat provides innovation training and coaching to innovation teams who are trying to transform their organisations from within.
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