Susan McCabe Messier, Principal and Owner, Campbell-McCabe Worldwide, LLC
Susan McCabe Messier
Susan McCabe Messier, DHT has served as principal and owner of Campbell-McCabe Worldwide, LLC since 2013, but she says that building it into the successful company it is today is a result of years spent establishing a solid foundation in the industry through experience, networking, and a deliberate mission of learning and developing strong leadership skills.
Pivotal to that mission was accepting an invitation from her colleague Jennifer Weiss Donovan over a decade ago to attend an event held by the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Boston chapter. Additionally, Donna Denio, who now contributes her business development expertise to Campbell-McCabe Worldwide, invited Susan to be a part of the Women’s Exchange for Leadership and Life (WELL) leadership group many years ago. Susan says being a member of, and serving in leadership roles for these and other organizations, was invaluable in giving her the self-confidence and problem-solving skills needed to be an effective and successful leader.
Susan adds that taking ownership of her company has really allowed her to lead with confidence and invest herself fully in its growth and success. She encourages other women to pursue leadership positions and to not shy away from challenges.
She says, “If you’re serious about ascending to a leadership role in the industry, engage in the things you feel you will benefit from in your career development. Become as knowledgeable about other disciplines as you can, spend time serving in leadership positions in organizations like NAWIC, and make investments in your own personal development and in growing your network. There is no replacement for genuine on-the-job experience, and the relationships you will form along the way will endure throughout your career. With proper preparation, the sky’s the limit.”
