Susan Colby
About Susan Colby
Susan Colby is the Director of Human Resources at Alkermes in Wilmington, OH, with a background in human resources management and coaching.
Company
Susan Colby is currently working at Alkermes as the Director of Human Resources in Wilmington, OH. In her role at Alkermes, she has been instrumental in global, cross-functional alignment activities for engagement, talent management, employee retention, and development. Colby also actively shapes the culture of an inclusive, respectful, and rewarding workplace at the company.
Title
Susan Colby holds the title of Director of Human Resources at Alkermes. Her focus includes fostering an environment where employees can thrive by balancing professional success with personal well-being.
Education and Expertise
Susan Colby earned a Master of Science (MS) in Human Resources Development from Xavier University between 2012 and 2014. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Michigan, completed between 1989 and 1991. Additionally, she studied General Business at Michigan State University from 1986 to 1988. Furthering her expertise, Colby became a Certified Coach through the Coach Training Alliance in 2021.
Background
Susan Colby has a diverse background in human resources. Prior to her role at Alkermes, she worked as a Human Resources Manager at Clopay Plastic Products and Clopay Corporation from 2001 to 2007. Before that, she served as an HR Generalist at NCR for seven years from 1993 to 2000.
Achievements
Susan Colby has played a key role in global and cross-functional alignment initiatives at Alkermes. Her efforts in engagement, talent management, employee retention, and development have made significant contributions to the company. She is also dedicated to creating a workplace culture that is inclusive, respectful, and rewarding. Colby’s work also extends to her passion for organizational and leadership health, emphasizing the importance of welcoming the whole person to the workplace.