Susan Miner
About Susan Miner
Susan Miner serves as the Senior Vice President and Partner at Woodruff Sawyer, where she has worked since 2009. With over 20 years of experience in executive liability and risk management, she has held significant roles at NASDAQ OMX and Carpenter Moore Insurance Services.
Current Role at Woodruff Sawyer
Susan Miner serves as Senior Vice President and Partner at Woodruff Sawyer, a position she has held since 2009. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she has contributed to the firm's growth and development for over 15 years. In her role, she focuses on executive liability and risk management, leveraging her extensive experience to counsel clients across various sectors.
Previous Experience at NASDAQ OMX
Before joining Woodruff Sawyer, Susan Miner worked at NASDAQ OMX for 17 years, where she held the positions of President and Vice Chairman. During her tenure, she was instrumental in significant transactions, including the engineering of the sale of Carpenter Moore Insurance Services to The NASDAQ Stock Market in 2005. Her leadership in these roles contributed to the strategic direction of the organization.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering
Susan Miner holds a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from Caltech, where she studied from 1985 to 1987. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in the same field from the University of Dayton, studying from 1981 to 1985. Her educational background has provided a strong foundation for her career in risk management and executive liability.
Expertise in Risk Management
With over 20 years of experience in executive liability and risk management, Susan Miner has counseled a diverse range of clients, including Fortune 50 corporations and startups. Her expertise spans multiple industries, such as high tech, life science, health care, retail, and energy. This breadth of experience enables her to provide tailored solutions to complex risk management challenges.
Negotiation and Sale Expertise
Susan Miner played a key role in negotiating the sale of Carpenter Moore's West Coast business to Woodruff Sawyer in 2009. Her negotiation skills and strategic insight were critical in facilitating this transition, showcasing her ability to navigate complex business transactions effectively.