Sarah Najarian is a force of nature, currently enjoying a well-deserved career pause to embrace the joys of motherhood in New York City. With a background as the mastermind behind Robin Hood’s Governance and Board Placement Program, she has deftly connected brilliant minds with opportunities to serve on boards that tackle poverty head-on. Over nearly a decade at Robin Hood, Sarah not only assessed strategic board needs but also orchestrated workshops and training sessions that could make even the most seasoned corporate trainers envious.

A graduate of Brandeis University and Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, Sarah"s academic achievements are matched only by her impressive professional journey. From managing investor relations at New Profit to heading corporate volunteer initiatives at Boston Cares, her résumé reads like a manual for nonprofit excellence. She has also lent her expertise as an active member on various boards, including Generation Citizen and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, always championing civic engagement and cultural expression.

Beyond her professional accolades lies a dedication to nurturing future leaders; this includes teaching teens how to effect change in their communities through innovative education programs. In true superhero fashion, she balances the demands of family life with an unwavering commitment to social impact—proving that with enough passion (and perhaps some caffeine), one can indeed have it all!