Susan Hickey

Interim Chief Executive

Susan joined Thrive Homes in October 2024 in an interim role, creating a bridge between Elspeth’s retirement in December to the appointment of Paul Richmond in April 2025.

With a portfolio combining executive and non-executive work, Susan has over 25 years of leadership in senior executive roles and is an experienced non-executive director. A qualified chartered accountant (CAANZ fellow, ICAEW fellow), she has a broad range of experience, including long term residential property ownership and management, banking and mortgage finance markets, investment and risk management.

Previous roles include 10 years as CFO of the Peabody Trust. She is currently appointed in a non-executive role with Saltaire Housing, The Good Economy, VSO International and LandAid.