Sue Johansen
About Sue Johansen
Sue Johansen serves as the Executive Vice President of Community Network at A Place for Mom, where she has worked since 2022. With extensive experience in sales and leadership roles across various organizations, she focuses on improving conversion rates and driving growth in the senior living industry.
Current Role at A Place for Mom
Sue Johansen serves as the Executive Vice President of Community Network at A Place for Mom. She has held this position since 2022, working from Millbrae, California. In her current role, she collaborates with leading senior living companies across the United States to enhance conversion rates and boost revenue. Her focus on continuous improvement within sales organizations aims to drive growth in the senior living sector.
Previous Experience at A Place for Mom
Sue Johansen has a substantial history with A Place for Mom, having worked in various roles since 2009. She served as an Eldercare Advisor from 2009 to 2012, followed by positions as Regional Manager from 2012 to 2013, Director of Sales from 2013 to 2018, and Vice President of Sales from 2017 to 2018. She also held the role of Senior Vice President of Community Network from 2020 to 2022. Her tenure at A Place for Mom spans over a decade, showcasing her commitment to the organization.
Sales Leadership Experience
Before her current role, Sue Johansen gained extensive experience in sales leadership. She worked as Regional Sales Director at Ann Sacks Tile & Stone from 1999 to 2003 and at Waterworks from 2003 to 2006. Additionally, she was Vice President of Sales and Marketing at The Picture People from 1989 to 1996. Her background includes a focus on motivating sales teams and driving performance improvements.
Educational Background
Sue Johansen studied at San Francisco State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Government from 1983 to 1985. This educational foundation has contributed to her understanding of organizational dynamics and leadership within the sales and senior living industries.
Focus on Sales Improvement
Throughout her career, Sue Johansen has emphasized the importance of continuous improvement in sales organizations, particularly in the senior living industry. She is passionate about hiring and motivating exceptional sales and account leaders, aiming to enhance community customer growth and overall performance.