Strategic Operations & Enterprise Risk

Sarah Eileen
Mehta

I help organizations build processes that are sound, documented, compliant, tested, and clear - from risk framework to visual deliverable.

Trusted by NASA DOI FHWA First American
Sarah Eileen Mehta - Strategic Operations & Enterprise Risk Leader

Translating Vision Into
Actionable Strategy

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.

Enterprise Risk Management

ERM lifecycle, fraud risk assessments, governance frameworks, and compliance strategy

Strategic Operations

Process improvement, organizational transformation, business process mapping, and SOP development

Policy & Governance

Policy development, controls testing, audit readiness, and SOA training delivery

Visual Communications

Graphic design, presentation development, report design, and change management materials

Results That
Speak Volumes

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Efficiency gain across 5 enterprise-wide digital and operational transformation programs

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Reduction in compliance exceptions through ERM and governance framework implementation

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On-time milestone achievement across all directed transformation initiatives

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Faster onboarding through career development programs improving employee retention

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Stakeholders trained on annual Statement of Assurance processes across federal agencies

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Awards & honors for strategic leadership and collaboration at Big 4 and global firms

Professional
Experience

Partner Relations Representative

Purpose Driven Connection

2025
Part-Time Contract
  • Led donor and partner outreach initiatives for Daily Hope Ministries
  • Strengthened supporter relationships through personalized calls, emails, and handwritten correspondence; documented all interactions in CRM systems
  • Delivered all project milestones on schedule

Project Manager

J. Derek Lewis & Associates

2024 – 2025
  • Directed five enterprise transformation initiatives, driving 25% process efficiency gains and enabling scalable growth
  • Developed strategic roadmaps aligning executive objectives; achieved 100% milestone delivery on schedule
  • Authored firmwide governance frameworks, operating policies, and BPMN process maps standardizing procedures and increasing audit readiness
  • Designed the firm's first structured onboarding and performance management programs, reducing new-hire ramp time by 30%
  • Built internal HR infrastructure: employee handbook, performance review system, mentorship program, and goal-setting framework
  • Designed and deployed the firm's first internal staff website, centralizing all training, HR resources, and operational frameworks into a unified digital hub
  • Initiated and led a strategic partnership with Odoo's senior advisory team to implement a custom CRM; facilitated workshops, directed solutions development, and negotiated favorable enterprise pricing
  • Identified structural and cultural barriers; designed Corrective Action Plans to improve organizational effectiveness
  • Supervised 4 associates and established performance metrics, governance structures, and accountability mechanisms

Senior Consultant

Guidehouse

2021 – 2024
Energy, Sustainability & Infrastructure
  • Led all Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) lifecycle activities for NASA, DOI, and FHWA
  • Authored NASA's first-ever Fraud Risk Assessment Report and all related briefings
  • Developed enterprise-wide policies reducing compliance exceptions by 32%
  • Created and delivered annual SOA training for 500+ stakeholders
  • Introduced Lean Six Sigma principles resulting in measurable workflow efficiency gains
  • Spearheaded Guidehouse's first-ever NASA All-Hands Meeting across three engagement teams
  • SME and project lead on multiple workstreams: Statement of Assurance, Grants Monitoring, AP Accruals, Fraud Risk, G-Invoicing, and Property Reporting
  • Go-to consultant for proposal writing and graphic design across engagement teams
  • Received 5 Diamond Excellence Awards, 2 Stewardship Awards, and perfect score CPARs on both engagements

Experienced Associate - Assurance

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

2019 – 2021
  • Conducted audit engagements for multinational clients including Ingram Micro, Advantage Solutions, and Edwards Lifesciences
  • Partnered with PwC Directors to audit global service contracts and evaluate compliance risks
  • Coordinated cross-border engagements with international audit teams
  • Led quarterly testing on safety and IT controls; reduced audit turnaround time by 15%
  • Mentored new associates and delivered performance training during onboarding

Core
Competencies

Strategy & Transformation

Enterprise Risk Management Strategic Operations Organizational Transformation Process Improvement Change Management Lean Six Sigma

Governance & Compliance

Governance & Compliance Policy Development Controls Testing Fraud Risk Assessment Audit Readiness SOA Training

Project & Process Design

Project Leadership Business Process Design Business Process Mapping SOP Development KPI & Performance Measurement Stakeholder Engagement

Communications & Tools

Graphic Design Visual Communications Proposal Writing Microsoft Office Suite Google Workspace Visio Alteryx

Clients
Served

In Their
Own Words

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 Thomas Analyst, Guidehouse

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.

Emily Haugh Senior Consultant, Guidehouse

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.

Thought
Leadership

Awards &
Certifications

Guidehouse

  • Diamond Excellence Award Received 5 times for leadership & collaboration
  • Stewardship Award Received 2 times
  • Project Management Training Certification
  • Perfect Score CPARs On both NASA & DOI engagements

PricewaterhouseCoopers

  • Work Together Award Received 5 times
  • Make a Difference Award Received 2 times
  • Drive Our Strategy Award Strategic leadership recognition
  • Care Award Team collaboration recognition
  • Digital Acumen Certification Certification

Academic
Background

2018 – 2020

California State University, Fullerton

B.A. Business Administration (Accounting)

Cum Laude
2015 – 2018

Irvine Valley College

A.S. Business Administration

Magna Cum Laude

Let's Work
Together

I'm open to opportunities in strategic operations, enterprise risk management, and organizational transformation. Let's start a conversation.