Dr Susan McGinty is the CEO and Founder of Aya Leadership and a Board Member of Women in STEM Leadership (US). She is an award-winning scientist and global STEM leadership development expert, speaker and author, who is inspired to transform the profile of leadership in STEM and Security to achieve innovation sustainability, uplift women into leadership roles, and enable diversity and equity in STEM and Security. Susan was awarded the 2023 Women in STEM Leadership Leader of the Year Award for her work supporting the leadership development of women in STEM globally.
Susan is a specialised leadership development partner for STEM and Security organisations that prioritise diversity. She works with organisations to develop sustainable and diverse leadership pipelines as a foundation for business sustainability, growth, and innovation. She works with leaders globally to strengthen their leadership skills and develop high-performing and resilient teams and organisations. Her thought leadership and tailored leadership programs have global impact.
Susan has a PhD in Medicinal & Organic Chemistry, a Master of Leadership, and 25 years’ experience in STEM, Defence, Intelligence and National Security, and STEM leadership development. She is a partner of Australian Institute of Professional Intelligence Officers (AIPIO) and Australian Women in Security Network (AWSN).
