Professional Background: Government
Susan Rice has had a distinguished career in public service, serving as the Director of the US Domestic Policy Council, the US Ambassador to the United Nations, and as the US National Security Advisor. She was a Rhodes Scholar and holds a PhD in International Relations. Rice was also the youngest person to have served as a Regional Assistant Secretary of State. She began her career in management consulting with McKinsey and Company. Rice currently serves on the board of Netflix.
Interview Quotes:
“Utilize conferences for networking.”
“Key criteria in selecting boards is the integrity of their leadership.”
“You might be inexperienced, but you are not unworthy.”
“Important to develop the ability to ask good probing questions.”
“Boards need to source talent more broadly.”