Susan Gilpin
About Susan Gilpin
Susan Gilpin serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Motion, a position she has held since 2022. She has extensive experience in human resources, having previously worked in leadership roles at Golf Town and STAPLES Canada.
Current Role at Motion
Susan Gilpin serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Motion, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees the strategic direction and operational management of the organization. Her leadership focuses on enhancing company performance and driving growth initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience at Motion
Before becoming CEO, Susan held multiple roles at Motion. She worked as the Senior Director of People, Culture and Learning from 2018 to 2020, where she led human resources initiatives. Following this, she served as the Senior Director of People (National) & Operations West from 2020 to 2022, contributing to operational strategies and workforce management.
Career Background in Human Resources
Susan Gilpin has extensive experience in human resources, having worked at STAPLES Canada in various capacities. She was the Corporate HR Manager from 2006 to 2010 and previously served as Manager of Compensation Services from 2003 to 2005. Her tenure at STAPLES Canada included responsibilities related to employee compensation and HR management.
Educational Background
Susan studied at Wilfrid Laurier University, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Business Administration and Management. Her studies took place from 1995 to 1999, providing her with a solid foundation in business principles and management practices.
Early Career Experience
Before her roles at STAPLES Canada, Susan worked at LoyaltyOne as Manager of Compensation & Technology for a brief period in 2005. This role involved managing compensation strategies and technological solutions within the organization. Her early career laid the groundwork for her extensive expertise in human resources.