As CEO of Droga5 New York, Susie Nam was at the helm of one of the most influential and most awarded agencies in the advertising industry, driving client business globally. Since joining 14 years prior, Susie rose to the top of the organization and was instrumental in the agency’s significant growth from a 35-person crew in NYC to an industry-leading brand with 500+ employees in their flagship office, and 4 global hubs supporting international clientele. Susie was recognized by The Ad Club as Innovator (2023), GoldHouse A100 List (2022, 2018), an Aspen Institute First Movers Fellow (2020) and Adweek 50 (2017). Susie was critical in designing systems and culture that yielded breakthrough ideas and advanced best-in-class talent. Susie’s impact goes beyond the organizations she’s worked for, she’s consistently served as an executive leader, champion and advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion across communities. Recently, Susie was honored with the Impact Award by the Asian American Federation (AAF) and named Chair of the ADCOLOR Board, the premier organization celebrating and promoting professionals of color in the creative industries. Susie’s notable career began in publishing with a role at George magazine following the presidential campaign trail, before she moved on to serve as Features Editor for The New York Times’ first-ever online edition. She went on to study at the London School of Economics and practiced as an Urban Planner in England before she returned stateside with Fallon, then with Droga5 in 2009.