Sara brings over a decade of experience in event management and conference operations. Before joining Stand & Deliver, she spent nine years at Gartner, where she led everything from intimate VIP engagements to large-scale B2B conferences, ensuring seamless experiences for all attendees. With a strong background in event strategy, logistics, and operations, she has worked closely with executives and cross-functional teams to deliver impactful programs that enhance client engagement and boost brand presence. Sara’s approach combines strategic oversight with a keen eye for detail, allowing her to create events that run smoothly while aligning with broader organizational goals.In addition to her event expertise, Sara has managed and mentored high-performing teams, fostering collaboration and empowering individuals to do their best work.
Outside of work, Sara is passionate about photography, staying active on her Peloton, and keeping up with pop culture. She’s also becoming quite the “Lego Master” with her son and loves playing games and watching game shows with her family.
Born and raised in the Chicagoland area, Sara holds both a bachelor’s degree and an MBA from Saint Xavier University.