Susan Howlett

Susan Howlett has been strengthening nonprofit boards for over 45 years, as a trustee, an executive director, and a consultant to thousands of organizations large and small. Author of two award-winning books (Getting Funded and Boards on Fire), Susan facilitates about 40 board retreats per year and speaks often at regional and national conferences. Core faculty in the University of Washington’s year-long nonprofit leadership program, she’s known for offering no-cost solutions to thorny problems, delivered with humor, stories, and chocolate.