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Hi, I’m Sarah, a Senior Technical Program Manager with 10+ years of experience delivering large-scale enterprise system implementations, SaaS platform delivery, and cross-functional initiatives in financial services and regulated technology environments. I excel at aligning Product, Engineering, Operations, Compliance, and Strategy stakeholders to scale systems, improve performance, and maintain execution discipline even in fast-paced settings. I’m passionate about operational excellence, risk management, and building governance that supports growth while staying compliant. Whether leading vendor partnerships, driving platform modernization, or guiding teams through complex changes, I focus on clear communication, measurable outcomes, and scalable processes that empower teams to succeed.…Hi, I’m Sarah, a Senior Technical Program Manager with 10+ years of experience delivering large-scale enterprise system implementations, SaaS platform delivery, and cross-functional initiatives in financial services and regulated technology environments. I excel at aligning Product, Engineering, Operations, Compliance, and Strategy stakeholders to scale systems, improve performance, and maintain execution discipline even in fast-paced settings. I’m passionate about operational excellence, risk management, and building governance that supports growth while staying compliant. Whether leading vendor partnerships, driving platform modernization, or guiding teams through complex changes, I focus on clear communication, measurable outcomes, and scalable processes that empower teams to succeed.

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Hi, I’m Sarah, a Senior Technical Program Manager with 10+ years of experience delivering large-scale enterprise system implementations, SaaS platform delivery, and cross-functional initiatives in financial services and regulated technology environments. I excel at aligning Product, Engineering, Operations, Compliance, and Strategy stakeholders to scale systems, improve performance, and maintain execution discipline even in fast-paced settings. I’m passionate about operational excellence, risk management, and building governance that supports growth while staying compliant. Whether leading vendor partnerships, driving platform modernization, or guiding teams through complex changes, I focus on clear communication, measurable outcomes, and scalable processes that empower teams to succeed.…Hi, I’m Sarah, a Senior Technical Program Manager with 10+ years of experience delivering large-scale enterprise system implementations, SaaS platform delivery, and cross-functional initiatives in financial services and regulated technology environments. I excel at aligning Product, Engineering, Operations, Compliance, and Strategy stakeholders to scale systems, improve performance, and maintain execution discipline even in fast-paced settings. I’m passionate about operational excellence, risk management, and building governance that supports growth while staying compliant. Whether leading vendor partnerships, driving platform modernization, or guiding teams through complex changes, I focus on clear communication, measurable outcomes, and scalable processes that empower teams to succeed.

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Hi, I’m Sarah, a Senior Technical Program Manager with 10+ years of experience delivering large-scale enterprise system implementations, SaaS platform delivery, and cross-functional initiatives in financial services and regulated technology environments. I excel at aligning Product, Engineering, Operations, Compliance, and Strategy stakeholders to scale systems, improve performance, and maintain execution discipline even in fast-paced settings. I’m passionate about operational excellence, risk management, and building governance that supports growth while staying compliant.

Whether leading vendor partnerships, driving platform modernization, or guiding teams through complex changes, I focus on clear communication, measurable outcomes, and scalable processes that empower teams to succeed.

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Project Manager, OIT at Ensign College

July 1, 2023 - Present

Program-managed enterprise system initiatives, including a Workday tenant separation, overseeing a $760K+ budget, stakeholder alignment, vendor coordination, and risk mitigation across technical and business teams. Led multi-stream modernization initiatives spanning platform, security, and compliance workstreams, partnering across IT and leadership teams to ensure operational continuity and governance alignment. Partnered with IT and security stakeholders to develop GLBA-compliant documentation governing data access, confidentiality, and information-sharing standards, supporting audit readiness and risk mitigation. Directed large-scale technology modernization efforts to improve system reliability, security compliance, and operational performance. Coordinated cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver projects on time and within scope, while adhering to PMO standards and governance requirements.

Financial Advisor at Teacher’s Pension & Northwestern Mutual

February 1, 2021 - July 1, 2023

Provided consultative services in a client-facing environment, managing multiple concurrent engagements and maintaining detailed documentation and follow-through.

Project Manager / Product Manager at Nuveen Investments

September 1, 2017 - December 1, 2020

Led cross-functional implementation of Seismic platform within a regulated financial services environment, partnering with Product, Operations, and vendor stakeholders to drive adoption and performance. Recovered a stalled deployment by restructuring program plans, aligning stakeholders, and driving coordinated execution across teams, successfully delivering launch within five months. Managed operational relationships with external vendors and internal stakeholders to optimize workflows, strengthen governance standards, and improve partnership performance. Developed training, documentation, and performance tracking processes to support scalable adoption across the organization. Supported issue resolution and stakeholder communication during high-visibility system incidents, ensuring timely remediation and alignment across teams. Developed structured program plans, defined KPIs, and tracked execution milestones to improve transparency and cross-functional accountability.

Project Manager / Business Analyst at Verndale Corporation

September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2017

Managed end-to-end delivery of web platforms and custom applications, including site builds, redesigns, and ongoing enhancements. Led requirements gathering, scope definition, and project planning for multiple concurrent client engagements. Coordinated developers, designers, QA, and stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget. Applied agile methodologies to manage evolving requirements while maintaining delivery timelines.

Project Manager – Marketing at Pepperdine University

January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014

Managed CRM and marketing technology initiatives supporting lead generation and communications, including Salesforce and Hobson's Connect. Led a university-wide Salesforce implementation, coordinating a cross-functional team of seven and ensuring system continuity during transition. Oversaw system integrations, data migration, reporting, and user training to improve operational efficiency.

Project Manager – Technology Services at Pepperdine University

June 1, 2009 - August 31, 2009

Led implementation of a centralized CRM system consolidating five legacy platforms into a single solution. Managed data migration, user training, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful adoption and minimal downtime.