Executive Business Partner · Strategic Executive Support

Helping leaders and organizations turn strategy into execution, partnerships into growth and opportunities into measurable results.

Trusted by senior executives to bring order, strategic alignment and flawless execution to complex leadership environments — so they can focus on what only they can do.

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20+
Years in Banking & Payments
100+
Executive Sessions Coordinated
Regional
Partners & Payment Networks
Board
Level Reporting & Governance
Executive portrait — Susan Muigai
About Susan

A partner built for the highest level

For over twenty years, Susan has partnered with senior executives within one of Africa's leading financial institutions, supporting strategic partnerships, payment initiatives, executive decision-making and high-impact business operations.

Along the way, she noticed a pattern: the most successful leaders were often carrying too much operational weight — and that the right partner could remove it. Executives who work with Susan get their time back, their inbox under control, and the quiet confidence that nothing important will fall through the cracks.

"My role has always been to remove friction — coordinating complex schedules, protecting confidential information, following through on critical actions, and ensuring stakeholders stay aligned."

I don't simply manage tasks. I create the space that allows leaders to lead.

The Executive Experience
—Your calendar works for you, not against you.
—Meetings begin with preparation, not scrambling.
—Every stakeholder receives timely communication.
—Follow-through never depends on memory.
—Sensitive information is handled with complete discretion.
—You finish the week ahead of schedule, not catching up.
Who This Portfolio Is For

Who I Partner With

01
Executive Leaders
CEOs, Managing Directors, and C-suite executives seeking a trusted strategic business partner.
02
Financial Institutions
Banks, payment providers, fintechs, and regulators navigating growth, governance, and transformation.
03
Consulting & Advisory Firms
Senior consultants and project leaders managing high-value clients, complex programmes, and executive engagements.
04
Growth-Focused Businesses
Founders and scaling businesses building executive discipline, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
05
Development & Impact Organisations
NGOs, DFIs, and international organisations requiring governance, stakeholder coordination, and executive support.
06
Industry Experts & Thought Leaders
Authors, speakers, coaches, and board advisors focused on growth while trusted operational support drives execution.
Professional Background

20+ years at the heart of banking & payments

Susan's career spans senior executive support, payments and financial services advisory, and operational leadership roles within Kenya's most respected financial institutions and payment ecosystems.

Banking Sector · Executive Leadership Support
Executive Business Partner — Equity Bank Kenya
  • Partnered with C-Suite executives to drive strategic priorities, executive decision making and organizational effectiveness through trusted business support and stakeholder leadership.
Payments Strategy · Strategic Partnerships · Executive Leader
Payments & Commercial Growth
  • Driving strategic partnership, payment innovation, and market growth across financial institutions and global payment networks.
Experience across — Executive Leadership · Banking · Payment Networks · Government Institutions · International Partners · Corporate Boards

Executive-grade experience means Susan understands the complexity, culture and expectations of corporate leadership — she isn't learning on your time.

Executive Partnership Options

Reliable support that creates structure

Every engagement begins with a complimentary 30-minute discovery consultation.

01
Executive Foundation
Dedicated monthly executive support for founders and growing teams.
—Executive calendar & inbox management
—Travel planning
—Meeting scheduling
—Follow-up tracking
—Document preparation
—Personal executive support
USD 1,200–1,800
Per Month
Recommended
02
Executive Business Partner
Your trusted partner for managing priorities, stakeholders and execution.
—Everything in Executive Foundation, plus:
—Executive communications
—Stakeholder coordination
—Executive reporting
—Board meeting preparation
—Priority & decision support
USD 2,500–4,000
Per Month
03
Fractional Chief of Staff
Senior strategic execution and leadership coordination for CEOs.
—Executive thought partnership
—Leadership coordination
—OKR tracking
—Executive accountability
—Cross-functional alignment
—Board support & decision support
USD 6,500–9,500+
Per Month
Custom Executive Solutions
For needs beyond the core partnerships — scoped and quoted individually following your discovery consultation.
From USD 500 / Day Rate
What I Bring

Executive support services

ETM
Executive Time & Priority Management
Transforming complex schedules into strategic advantage. From executive calendars and correspondence to travel and leadership briefings, every priority is managed with foresight, precision, and discretion.
EOS
Executive Operations & Governance
Bringing structure to complexity through executive reporting, governance support, board documentation, strategic research, and operational oversight that keeps leadership informed and prepared.
SEA
Strategic Execution & Accountability
Turning decisions into measurable progress. Every meeting results in clear actions, defined ownership, and disciplined follow-through — ensuring strategic priorities keep moving.
SRM
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
Building confidence across every interaction. From executive communications to partner engagement, stakeholders experience professionalism, responsiveness, and seamless coordination that strengthens trust and relationships.
PSP
Payments Strategy & Partnerships
Supporting financial institutions, fintechs, and payment providers with strategic partnerships, market insight, stakeholder engagement, and commercial execution across the payments ecosystem.
Premium Capabilities
Executive Communications
Board Meeting Preparation
Strategic Partnership Coordination
Executive Reporting
Business Process Improvement
Project Governance
Payments & Financial Services Advisory
Loyalty Management
Banking Operations Support
Executive Office Strategy
Signature Methodology

The CAPACITY Framework™

Every engagement follows a proven, repeatable process for creating executive capacity.

C
Clarify Priorities
Identify what matters most, before it becomes urgent.
A
Align Stakeholders
Keep every relationship informed, engaged and moving together.
P
Plan Proactively
Build the structure before it's needed, not after it's missed.
A
Anticipate Needs
Solve problems before they become distractions.
C
Coordinate Execution
Turn plans into action, with every detail accounted for.
I
Improve Systems
Refine what works, so every cycle runs more smoothly than the last.
T
Track Progress
Keep every commitment visible, so nothing falls through the cracks.
Y
Yield Executive Capacity
Return time, focus and confidence to the leaders who need it most.
↑ Yields Executive Capacity
A Day-by-Day View

A week in the executive office

What leadership looks like when every detail is under control.

MON
Start the week with clarity.
Leadership meetings begin with confidence. Briefing packs, agendas, and key insights are prepared in advance — so decisions are made, not delayed.
TUE
Momentum never stalls.
Stakeholder engagements are seamlessly coordinated, with decisions documented, actions assigned, and accountability built into every follow-up.
WED
Execution without disruption.
Executive travel, meetings, and logistics are planned with precision, allowing leadership to stay focused on priorities — not administration.
THU
Communication that inspires confidence.
Executive reports, presentations, and leadership updates are refined, accurate, and ready for boardrooms, regulators, or strategic partners.
FRI
Finish ahead, not behind.
The week's priorities are completed, outstanding actions are closed, and the next week begins with clarity, continuity, and control.

The result: the executive finishes the week informed, organised, and ahead of schedule — with the mental space to lead, not just manage.

Executive at work — editorial photo
Proof in Practice

Executive partnership success

Executive Priorities, Uninterrupted
Challenge — A senior executive was coordinating multiple international payment partners while still expected to be fully present for board priorities and strategic decision-making.
Role — She took ownership of executive communications, stakeholder engagement, meeting logistics, reporting and follow-through — becoming the single point of coordination.
Result — Executive priorities stayed on schedule. Partner relationships strengthened. Strategic initiatives progressed without administrative bottlenecks.
Board-Ready in Half the Time
Challenge — A quarterly board pack with inputs scattered across departments and a tight deadline.
Role — Centralised every input, chased down owners, formatted to board standard.
Result — Delivered three days ahead of deadline, with zero last-minute edits required.
Signature Deliverables

Inside your executive office

Board-Ready Report
Clear, structured reporting tailored for leadership and boards, ready to circulate without a second pass.
Executive Dashboard
A live view of the week, so priorities stay visible and nothing catches you by surprise.
Travel Itinerary
End-to-end travel plans curated for executive schedules, so you focus on the meeting, not the logistics.
Action Tracker
Every open item with a named owner and due date, so follow-through is never left to memory.
What Leaders Say

Trusted across banking, cards and loyalty

"Susan consistently anticipated priorities, kept complex executive schedules moving and ensured nothing important slipped through the cracks. She has a deep understanding of cards and payments, with a proven ability to drive portfolio growth."

Dr. Fredrick Muema
Former Group Head of Cards (direct manager)

"Susan is an exceptional collaborator — her ability to align cross-functional teams, drive initiatives forward and deliver measurable results sets her apart. She brought real rigor to every stage."

Sagar Thakrar
Director, American Express

"Susan's deep expertise in payments, loyalty programs and partnership negotiations made a real impact on our project together. Her strategic mindset stood out immediately."

Natalija Pesic, CLMP™
Strategic Consultant — CX, Loyalty & Digital Transformation
Why Senior Leaders Trust Susan

Why clients choose me

01
Executive Mindset
A partner who thinks the way you do, so nothing gets lost in translation.
02
20+ Years of Leadership Support
Experience gained in complex corporate and financial services environments.
03
Stakeholder Management
Ease working with executives and regulators, so every interaction reflects well on you.
04
Business Judgement
Sound decisions made with your bigger picture in mind.
05
Professional Discretion
Your confidential information stays exactly where it belongs.
06
Dependable Execution
Consistent, on-time delivery you can stop double-checking.
Fluent Across Every Modern Platform
Microsoft Office · Google Workspace · Canva · Google Calendar · Calendly · Outlook · Gmail · Teams · Zoom · Slack · WhatsApp Business · Trello · Asana · ChatGPT / AI Tools · SharePoint · OneDrive · Dropbox

"When everything behind the scenes works seamlessly, leaders are free to lead."

Every engagement begins with a complimentary 30-minute discovery consultation — no obligation, typically leading to a three- to six-month retainer.

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Email — connect@susanmuigai.com
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