Susan and Ian

Antonym Leadership is co-founded and led by strategic people and culture leaders who help organizations align leadership, strengthen teams, and connect strategy to business goals.

They bring over a decade of executive HR & Business Operations leadership and modern talent strategy experience across high-growth technology and e-commerce environments. They are incredibly passionate about aligning individual strengths with business needs; using thoughtful, data-informed approaches to decision making, strategy development, and team effectiveness.

Susan brings deep experience in executive HR and strategic planning in high-growth tech, while Ian specializes in Business Operations, systems, and practical talent strategies that improve execution. Both are certified HR professionals (CPHR, SHRM-SCP, CTMP), with Susan holding a BFA from Emily Carr University and a certificate in Leadership, and Ian holding a BA Economics and Masters in Leadership from Royal Roads University.

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