Susan Eakin

About Susan Eakin

I help senior leaders unlock their full potential through powerful communication and purposeful leadership.With a sharp eye for potential and a coaching style that balances encouragement with just the right amount of tough love, I guide executives to lead with confidence, clarity, and credibility—no matter the stage, boardroom, or screen.For over a decade, I’ve partnered with C-level leaders across industries to elevate how they communicate, connect, and lead. Whether it\'s a high-stakes keynote or a mission-critical team meeting, I help leaders show up with presence, articulate their vision, and rally people to action.But great leadership isn’t just about delivering the message—it’s about building the team behind it. I work with leaders to- Develop and articulate strategy that people can believe in and act on - Build, lead and develop their people - Give feedback that fuels performance and engagement - Navigate conversations with strong listening and empathy skills- Build strong internal networks that drive influence and resultsFrom IPO roadshows to one-on-one conversations, investor meetings to talent reviews, I help leaders lead—with authenticity, impact, and purpose.Clients say I challenge them in all the right ways—bringing out their strengths while pushing them to grow. I believe every leader has the ability to become a powerful communicator and an inspiring force for their team. My job is to help you get there.

Experience

1. Senior Consultant

   Decker Communications

   Mar 2014 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US

   I truly care about the people with whom I work, and I am committed to their transformation and success. Over several years, I have helped business leaders and executive teams drive results by transforming their communications.I lead the coaching and consulting work with many of Decker’s top clients, including: Apple, AT & T, Biomarin, Capital Group, Crowdstrike, Ericsson, Gap, Google, Intel, Meta, Salesforce, Sephora, Uber, United Healthcare, United Capital, Visa, and Workday.As a Senior Consultant, I work with C-Suite and Senior leaders on communicating their vision, creating trust in their teams, establishing a strong communication strategy, obtaining buy-in from the board and senior leadership team, and building out corporate and product messaging. I focus on every day communication as well as high-stakes events such as: board presentations, big-stage keynotes, TED Talks, IPO roadshows, team off-sites, and investor meetings.I am passionate about encouraging people to lead confidently in their area of expertise. I help leaders make complex topics simple to understand and engaging to listen to. I ensure that they have a clear communication strategy that aligns with the goals of their organization and that optimizes team involvement.In addition, I ensure leaders develop the ability to inspire and coach their own teams to create an open, participatory environment where people follow because they want to, not because they have to.

Education

• Hamilton College

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Relations and Affairs

  1995 — 1999