Sara is a school systems leader with nearly 20 years’ experience in operations and building highly effective teams in the public and private sectors. She most recently worked with the California Charter Schools Association to mobilize thousands of volunteer parents to win the highest-profile school board election in U.S. history. Previously, Sara held a COO role at Illuminate Education and drove early-stage growth for Gabriella Charter Schools, awarded the California Charter School of the Year under her leadership. An alumna of Teach For America, Sara is passionate about tackling complex problems with enthusiasm and transforming schools so that all children have the opportunity to fulfill their potential.