Susan Fournier joined the faculty at Boston University Questrom School of Business in 2005, becoming an influential member of the community in various roles as an educator, researcher, and administrator. She was appointed Dean of the Questrom School, marking a significant milestone in the institution's history as its first woman dean. A leading researcher in the field of branding and consumer behavior, Fournier has been recognized for her pioneering work exploring the connections consumers form with brands. Her research spans marketing, psychology, anthropology, and finance, earning multiple awards for her impactful contributions to the field. In addition to her academic work, she has extensive experience in the private sector, having held critical management positions at major organizations including Polaroid Corporation and Young & Rubicam. Fournier's educational background includes a PhD in Marketing from the University of Florida and multiple degrees from Pennsylvania State University and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. She is an advocate for diversity and inclusion within academia, drawing on her background as a first-generation college student to influence educational initiatives.