Strategic Advisor & Consultant
I help organizations, leaders, and mission-driven teams communicate clearly, engage their people and communities, and navigate growth and change — pairing the rigor of Big 4 consulting with a warm, people-first approach.
With 6+ years of experience across Big 4 consulting, global advisory firms, and public-sector agencies, I specialize in turning complex organizational challenges into streamlined, high-impact solutions.
From authoring NASA's first-ever Fraud Risk Assessment Report to leading enterprise-wide digital transformations driving 25% efficiency gains, I bring analytical depth, exceptional communication skills, and a relentless focus on measurable results.
What sets me apart is that I see the full picture - I understand that a risk framework is only as good as the processes it governs, that processes need documentation to scale, that compliance requires tested controls, and that all of it needs to be communicated visually with clarity and precision.
Guiding organizations through growth, change, and complex initiatives with clarity and confidence
Clear, thoughtful communication that strengthens trust, engagement, and visibility
Building stronger relationships between organizations and the communities they serve
Strengthening the systems, programs, teams, and operations that create lasting impact
Efficiency gain across 5 enterprise-wide digital and operational transformation programs
Reduction in compliance exceptions through ERM and governance framework implementation
On-time milestone achievement across all directed transformation initiatives
Faster onboarding through career development programs improving employee retention
Stakeholders trained on annual Statement of Assurance processes across federal agencies
Awards & honors for strategic leadership and collaboration at Big 4 and global firms
Purpose Driven Connection
J. Derek Lewis & Associates
Guidehouse
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
“Sarah led the team's efforts and was responsible for the timely completion of testing. Our client expressed great satisfaction and gratitude for the team's work, which can be largely attributed to Sarah.
“Sarah has strong written communications skills. When she was still new to the project, she was able to write a technical report with incredible detail and a professional tone. She came up with innovative ways to visualize data for the client. Sarah is also extremely efficient and tends to complete her work in less time that is required.
“Sarah has been a fantastic mentor since I started at Guidehouse. She has effectively broken down complicated tasks clearly and concisely, showing her deep knowledge of the subjects on hand. Her guidance has been invaluable.
An interview featured in the Guidehouse Transportation Account Newsletter on advancing internal control services for NASA.
Read Article 2024Strong internal control programs are the backbone of public trust in government operations.
Read Article 2024How visual process design transforms chaotic workflows into scalable, repeatable systems.
Read Article 2025Bringing enterprise-grade frameworks from Big 4 consulting and NASA to build a firm's first people infrastructure.
Read ArticleB.A. Business Administration (Accounting)
Cum LaudeA.S. Business Administration
Magna Cum LaudeI'm open to opportunities in strategic operations, enterprise risk management, and organizational transformation. Let's start a conversation.