Susan Paley

Susan Paley is a seasoned entrepreneur and strategic advisor with over two decades of experience in building and scaling innovative businesses. As the first employee and CEO of Beats By Dr. Dre, they played a pivotal role in the company's exceptional growth, establishing it as the leading global headphone brand. In their current role as a Strategic Advisor at Elemind Technologies, they focus on a groundbreaking electric medicine platform. Paley also serves on multiple boards and advises early-stage companies and global brands, concentrating on the intersection of entertainment, health, and human performance. They hold a BA in American Studies and African American Studies from Wesleyan University and continue their education at Boston University.