Suzanne Hollingshead

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Proprietor at SheConsulting

Canada

Overview

Suzanne is an experienced financial and operations leader with over 14 years in the construction industry, culminating in her role as COO at McLean Chimney Co. Ltd. Now retired, she runs her own firm, SheConsulting, and recently completed an upskilling certificate program for women in construction through York Universitys Schulich School of Business.

Outside of her direct professional roles, Suzanne is passionate about championing women within the construction sector. She celebrates achievements and business relationships, emphasizing the importance of personal growth and knowing ones worth, particularly during significant career transitions. She actively shares content related to business and personal achievement.

Suzanne was selected as one of the first 50 women to participate in the Canadian Association of Women in Construction (CAWIC) upskilling program.

Personality Overview

Goal-Oriented

Big Vision Person

Risk Tolerant

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

Women in Construction
Expressed great enthusiasm for being selected for the CAWIC and Schulich ExecEd Upskilling Certificate Program for Women in Construction.
Career Transitions
Recently retired from a 14+ year role as COO and started her own venture, SheConsulting, posting about moving on to the "NEXT! " chapter.
Construction Finance
Has a long history as Director of Finance in the construction industry, with stated skills in cash flow and fixed assets.

Media Appearances

Suzanne has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2025
Proprietor at SheConsulting
5-2015
Partner at McLean Chimney Co., Ltd
9-2010
Director of Finance at McLean Chimney Co., Ltd
5-2021 - 7-2025
Chief Operating Officer at McLean Chimney Co., Ltd
Manager, Finance and Administration at QLO MANAGEMENT INC (Jiffy Lube & Suds Express)

Education

2009 - 2010
Accounting from Institute of Management Accountants -Accelerated Program
1996 - 1996
Build a Business Program from Sault College of Applied Arts and Technology

More Information

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Exp : 15 Location : Canada Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Proprietor at SheConsulting
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Insights For Selling To Suzanne

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point

DONT's

  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Suzanne is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Suzanne

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Suzanne move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Suzanne take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Suzanne

Personality Compatibility


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