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Ambassador Spotlight: Susan Tulibacki
The Delaware State Chamber of Commerce’s Ambassador Committee serves as outward-facing representatives of the organization with three key goals: fostering new relationships; engaging member businesses and the community as a whole; and amplifying the voice and mission of the State Chamber. Meet our featured ambassador: Susan Tulibacki, head of enterprise payments networks and key partners at TD Bank.
What brought you to work in Delaware? What made you stay?
What brought me to Delaware was the opportunity to work at MBNA, which was subsequently bought by Bank of America. While working there, I had the opportunity to expand my skills across many functions and lines of business. What kept me here is Delaware’s strong banking climate, which attracts both large and small banks. This creates an incredible environment for innovation and collaboration within the industry. I see Delaware continuing to be a favorable geography for banking in the future.
What inspired you to apply to become an ambassador for the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce? Why would you recommend others to apply?
I became an ambassador for the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce for two reasons. First, I wanted to get more involved with the State Chamber itself—to learn more about their initiatives and the work they do. Second, I saw it as an opportunity to network with other business professionals who face similar challenges and opportunities. It’s a great way to learn more about the state’s business landscape and how the State Chamber advocates for all businesses, regardless of size.
If you could invite any three people, living or dead, to a dinner party, who would they be and why?
Steve Jobs: Few people have possessed the singular vision to create not just computers, but to put the entire world—books, music, phones, maps—in our hands. His ability to innovate and execute was an amazing combination.
Stephen King: Having read most of his books, I find his longevity and the diversity of topics he tackles astounding. I’d love to hear him discuss his writing inspirations and how he manages to create content that appeals to such a broad audience over decades.
Leonardo da Vinci: Another visionary, far ahead of his time. His knowledge spanned both art and science, and his inventions were incredible for the era in which he
Bottom line—I like smart people! Listen more than you talk. I love this quote: “In communication, the most important thing is hearing what isn’t said.”
Do you have a favorite local restaurant, coffee shop, or other local spot that you’d recommend?
La Tolteca. While the food is great, it’s because of the conversation and laughter there with family friends over the years.
