Susan Kendall
About Susan Kendall
Susan Kendall serves as the Global Head of Strategic Finance at Apollo Global Management Inc., a position she has held since 2021. She has extensive experience in finance, previously working as Chief Financial Officer for Global Consumer Banking at Citi and as Senior Vice President of Investor Relations at Lehman Brothers.
Work at Apollo
Susan Kendall serves as the Global Head of Strategic Finance at Apollo Global Management Inc. since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing financial strategy and operations within the organization. Her leadership contributes to the firm's financial planning and analysis, ensuring alignment with Apollo's strategic objectives. Based in the New York City Metropolitan Area, she has been instrumental in driving financial initiatives that support the company's growth and investment strategies.
Education and Expertise
Susan Kendall holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Duke University, where she studied from 1989 to 1993. She furthered her education by obtaining an MBA in Accounting and Finance from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, completing her studies from 1996 to 1998. Her academic background provides a solid foundation for her expertise in finance and strategic management.
Background
Before joining Apollo, Susan Kendall accumulated significant experience in the financial sector. She worked at Citi as the Chief Financial Officer for Global Consumer Banking from 2009 to 2021, where she managed financial operations and strategy for a major banking division. Prior to that, she served as Senior Vice President of Investor Relations at Lehman Brothers from 1998 to 2008, focusing on communication with investors and stakeholders.
Professional Experience
Susan Kendall has over two decades of experience in finance and strategic roles. At Citi, she played a key role in financial management and strategic planning for global consumer banking operations. Her tenure at Lehman Brothers involved managing investor relations, where she was responsible for maintaining relationships with investors and providing insights into the company's financial performance. This extensive background has equipped her with a deep understanding of financial markets and corporate finance.