Susan M. Burrows

Susan M. Burrows, MPP, serves as the Director of Administration for the Planning and Development Department in the City of Detroit, where responsibilities encompass management of operating and capital budgets and contracts. Prior to this role, Susan was a Senior Consultant at Midtown Detroit Inc., supporting community development efforts, and held the position of Chief Human Resources Officer at Labouré College, establishing essential human resources infrastructure and compliance programs. Experience also includes serving as Director of Human Resources for Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries, Senior Manager of Investor Relations at Ceres, Inc., and Chief Administrative Officer for the New Jersey Department of the Treasury, overseeing significant pension fund operations. Susan began their career as Deputy Director at New Jersey Future, enhancing the organization’s legislative and external affairs. Academic credentials include a Master of Public Policy from Princeton University and a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Michigan State University.