Sarah Newman

Data Director

Professional Overview
Sarah Newman is an experienced data and operations professional with a track record of driving strategic initiatives and delivering measurable results. As the Director of Data at LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, she leverages her expertise in data management, business operations, and project management to optimize data-driven decision-making and enhance organizational efficiency.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Director of Data at LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Sarah is responsible for overseeing the organization's data strategy, maintaining robust data infrastructure, and empowering stakeholders with actionable insights. She collaborates cross-functionally to identify and address data-related challenges, driving process improvements and data governance initiatives that enable the organization to better serve its clients.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Sarah held various business operations and project management positions, including Operations Manager at Treasury Prime, Business Operations Manager at UnitedHealthcare and Benefitter, and Senior Project Manager at HealthMarkets, Inc. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a consistent ability to optimize workflows, automate processes, and leverage data to enhance organizational performance.

Academic Background
Sarah holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley, where she graduated with distinction.

Areas of Expertise

• Data management and analytics

• Business operations and process optimization

• Project management and strategic planning

• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement

• Leveraging technology to drive organizational efficiencies

Professional Impact
In her previous roles, Sarah spearheaded the implementation of data visualization tools, which enabled her teams to make more informed decisions and identify opportunities for operational improvements. She has also championed the adoption of automated reporting systems, streamlining data-driven decision-making and enhancing organizational transparency.

Conclusion
With her diverse background in data, operations, and project management, Sarah Newman is poised to drive continued growth and innovation at LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Her ability to translate data into actionable insights and her commitment to driving process improvements make her a valuable asset to the organization.