Susan B. Jollie

Susan B. Jollie served as President and CEO of the National Women’s History Museum from 2001 - 2007, and as a member of the Board since 2000. In this capacity, Ms. Jollie blended a life-long interest in history with the experiences gained as an attorney dealing with high visibility legislative, regulatory, and corporate affairs in Washington, D.C.  Ms. Jollie managed a talented team of professionals, staff, supportive organizations, and volunteers pursuing the goal of a permanent museum site near the Mall in Washington, D.C.  Ms. Jollie oversaw NWHM production of the temporary exhibitions Clandestine Women: The Untold Stories of Women in Espionage and Partners in Winning the War: American Women in World War II.  Ms. Jollie directed efforts to bring greater public attention to the major role women have played in shaping American society.

Ms. Jollie held various positions with the Civil Aeronautics Board, rising to Associate General Counsel. After leaving public service, Ms. Jollie became a Partner in a law firm, specializing in regulatory law, legislative matters, and international law. She founded her own law firm in 1996. Ms. Jollie is a member of professional organizations such as the Aero Club and International Aviation Club. Ms. Jollie also serves as the Vice President of the Wisconsin State Society.

Ms. Jollie has testified before Congress on a number of occasions and argued cases before Courts of Appeals. As President of NWHM, Ms. Jollie frequently spoke to audiences about women’s history and the need for a national educational institution that will serve to inspire current and future generations.

Ms. Jollie majored in history at Marquette University, graduating cum laude in 1972. Ms. Jollie was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa, and Phi Alpha Theta, the honorary history society. Ms. Jollie attended the Georgetown University Law Center, earning a Juris Doctor degree in 1976.

 

 

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