Parliamentary Procedure & Board Governance Expert; Founder of Roberts Rules Made Simple; Creator of "Chair a Meeting With Confidence"
Susan Leahy Biography
Susan Leahy, MA, CSP, is recognized as a leading authority on Robert's Rules of Order and board development training. A Certified Speaking Professional with more than 20 years of experience in coaching, consulting, and keynote speaking, Leahy has built a career at the intersection of parliamentary procedure and human behavior. She holds a master's degree in applied behavioral science and has combined her expertise in Robert's Rules with her understanding of group dynamics to support boards in fostering healthier board environments. Her introduction to formal meetings began when she and her mother attended a Robert's Rules class together, an experience that influenced her professional trajectory.
Leahy founded Roberts Rules Made Simple and has trained more than 10,000 boards across North America on using the fundamentals of Robert's Rules to create more productive meetings. An expert in communication, leadership, and group decision-making, Leahy has worked with organizations ranging from nonprofits to Fortune 500 companies and government entities. Her clients include the City of Los Angeles and the State of Montana, for whom she provides custom training solutions. Her platform, RobertsRulesMadeSimple.com, serves as a resource for board members seeking practical guidance on parliamentary procedure.
Leahy's training philosophy emphasizes using Robert's Rules of Order as a tool for team building. She is the creator of the program "Chair a Meeting with Confidence," designed to help board chairs lead with clarity and authority. Leahy is also the co-founder of Group to TEAM Leadership Solutions Inc., a global training and consulting organization focused on building team culture. Her approach blends subject matter expertise with an accessible style, establishing her as an effective instructor in the field of board governance and parliamentary procedure.
Leahy is the creator of "The Confident Woman Program," reflecting her commitment to empowering individuals to use their voices in professional settings. She frequently addresses women on leadership and communication, encouraging them to speak up and lead. Her work has been featured on podcasts and governance platforms, including the "On Boards" podcast and "Governance Bites," where she shares her expertise in board governance and meeting management. Leahy is known for simplifying the complexities of Robert's Rules of Order, making parliamentary procedure accessible to board members at all levels, and continues to influence how organizations conduct effective meetings.
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