Frankfurt-Short-Bruza Associates, P.C. (FSB), Oklahoma’s largest locally owned architecture and engineering firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Susan Riden as Chief Operating Officer (COO). With an impressive career spanning more than 30 years, including nearly a decade of extraordinary contributions at FSB, Susan brings a unique blend of client-centric insight and operational expertise to her new role.
A graduate of Oklahoma State University, Susan’s career has been defined by a deep understanding of both the client and professional services perspectives. Since joining FSB, Susan has consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence, improving internal processes, fostering collaboration, and enhancing client outcomes. Her leadership has elevated FSB’s operational focus and contributed to the firm’s success.
Now as COO, Susan will oversee all production operations, blending her client perspective with her deep understanding of FSB’s business to drive innovation, collaboration, and superior customer service.
FSB congratulates Susan on this well-deserved promotion and looks forward to her continued contributions in shaping the firm’s future.
If you had not chosen your current profession, what profession would you choose and why?
When I was growing up, I always wanted to be a nurse because I have a servant’s heart and like to help people. After I took biology, I quickly learned science was not my strength so I pivoted.
What was a recent (or favorite) vacation you took?
My favorite vacation was actually a career sabbatical in the Cayman Islands. I lived on Snooze Lane on a 7-mile beach for less than a year and I got to be a beach bum every day, snorkel when I wanted, watch a lot of crab scurry across the sand, and talk to several cruise ship guests. Ahhhh!
What do you do when you want to relax?
To ultimately relax, I head to the hiking trails and get immersed in nature. It soothes my soul. Did you know Arcadia Lake has some awesome dirt trails?!
Favorite book (or movie, band or pop culture item, etc.):
I’m a hopeless romantic and love a good love story. Sweet Home Alabama and The Holiday are two of my favorite movies. My ultimate favorite movie is Shawshank Redemption.
Favorite quotation:
My favorite quotation comes from my dad. He would always say, “God, Family, Work – make your life decisions with those values in that priority order.”