Susan Ryan Niermann

Bio

Susan Ryan is a strategic leader, speaker, and creator of the 10% Project—a career and personal growth framework rooted in the belief that big change starts small. With a background in strategy, marketing, and leadership development, Sue has spent her career helping people and ideas grow side by side.

She’s shared her work with audiences ranging from startups to Fortune 50 companies—and inspired individuals across the spectrum: students finding their way, job seekers in transition, professionals dreaming bigger, and retirees rediscovering purpose. Her talks blend clarity, humor, and practical tools that help people take meaningful action without needing to overhaul their entire lives.

The 10% Project started as a single chart in a student presentation. It’s since grown into a full book, a toolkit of worksheets, and a vision for helping individuals move from idea to impact—without burning out.

Sue believes in building careers with purpose, mentoring with heart, and dreaming big (even on a small scale). Her message resonates across roles, ages, and industries—because everyone has a 10% Project waiting to be explored.

Academic Appointments

• Casual - Other Teaching Staff, Continuing Studies and Summer Session

Professional Education

• MA, University of Technology UTS, Masters in International Marketing (1995)
• MBA, Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management, Business Administration (2007)