Sarah has a BA in Public Relations and Advertising from the Chapman University and over 10 years of professional experience. Most recently, Sarah served as the Director of Programs for Youth and Families at the Peninsula Temple Beth El. In addition to planning, executing and refining all Temple programs, Sarah also hired, trained and mentored Temple staff and volunteers. Last but not least, Sarah was also the Director of Communications and Marketing, in charge of creating and publishing the congregational newsletter and brochures, as well as managing and updating institutional website contents. Prior to that, Sarah worked at Idea Hall as an Account Executive where her responsibilities included: website development, media relations, email marketing, social media, advertising placements, and strategy. In conjunction with her day-time jobs, Sarah was an Event Manager for the May Fete Community Festival from 2009 to 2017. She oversaw recruitment, activity coordination, park layout, and solicitation of partnerships with local businesses for this annual event of 750+ attendees. Sarah also worked at the Chapman University for six years. She started as a Public Relations Intern in the University Advancement department, was then promoted to a Public Relations Coordinator in Strategic Marketing and Communications, and finally served as the Athletic Department Program Manager.
