Leadership & Management
J&J’s Managing Director Susan Martin discusses courage, compassion and communication on International Women’s Day

Welcome to Health Industry Hub’s Women in Leadership Series – connecting, engaging and empowering women in the MedTech, Pharma and Biotech sectors by celebrating and sharing the journey of inspirational and passionate women leaders in the industry.
In continuing to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD) 2021, Health Industry Hub‘s second interview features the former cardiac nurse and now Managing Director of Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Australia and New Zealand, Susan Martin.
As a passionate leader in the MedTech sector, Susan sheds light on the choices made by female leaders to overcome barriers and perform at the top of their game at every level, her bravest career moment, the most important traits – courage, compassion and communication – that we need in leaders today, and what the IWD 2021 theme #ChooseToChallenge means to her.
About Susan Martin
Susan Martin has over 20 years experience in the Medical Device sector incorporating senior roles across sales, marketing, project management & people leadership. Her career journey spans incorporates global exposure with roles in Asia, ANZ and USA. Susan is passionate about sustainable healthcare, leading high-performing teams and making an impact. She is currently the Managing Director for Johnson & Johnson Medical, Australia & New Zealand.
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