Sarah H.
Senior Program Manager | Leadership Expert
17 yrs experience · <10 hrs/week
About
With a robust educational background from Troy University, including a Master's in Management with a Leadership focus and a Bachelor's in Political Science, I have built a diverse career in program management and leadership development. Currently, I serve as a Senior Program Manager at MedEdicus, where I oversee continuing medical education programs, ensuring high engagement and compliance. Previously, I was a Project Manager/Client Lead at Healio Strategic Solutions, managing client expectations and healthcare content. My experience as Convention Director at the National Down Syndrome Congress involved executing national conventions and adapting to virtual formats. At Auburn University, I managed postgraduate education programs, and as Assistant Director of Leadership Development at the Alabama Association of School Boards, I provided training for school board members. My career also includes roles in public relations, consulting, and membership management, where I have consistently demonstrated my ability to lead and innovate.
Experience
- Senior Program Manager · MedEdicus02-01-2024
In my role as a Senior Program Manager at MedEdicus, I successfully oversaw a diverse range of continuing medical education programs. Leading cross-functional teams, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring grant compliance were key aspects of my responsibilities. Through my efforts, I achieved consistently high audience engagement and strengthened relationships with stakeholders and grantors.
- Project Manager/Client Lead · Healio Strategic Solutions07-01-2022 – 11-01-2024
In my role as a Project Manager/Client Lead at Healio Strategic Solutions, I was responsible for developing production schedules to meet contract goals, communicating plans effectively, and managing client expectations. I interviewed key opinion leaders, contributed to healthcare topic writing, and ensured accurate submission through the client’s review system. Additionally, I served as the main point of contact for clients, coordinated meetings, and uploaded digital projects into the Content Management System.
- Convention Director · National Down Syndrome Congress08-01-2019 – 02-01-2022
In my role as Convention Director at National Down Syndrome Congress, I successfully planned and executed the National Convention with multiple tracks by pivoting to online conferences in 2020 and 2021. I oversaw volunteers, contractors, vendors, committee members, and NDSC staff to ensure the Convention's success.
- Administrator III, Programs · Auburn University02-01-2016 – 01-01-2020
In my role as Administrator III at Auburn University, I served as the administrative manager for the Office of Post Graduate Education at the Harrison School of Pharmacy. I managed statistical, financial, and demographic data for various programs, developed policies to ensure compliance with accreditation standards, and supervised student assistants. Additionally, I oversaw the marketing and implementation of continuing education workshops for practitioner license requirements.
- Assistant Director of Leadership Development · Alabama Association of School Boards09-01-2012 – 02-01-2016
I provided leadership training and development for school board members in Alabama, overseeing in-person training activities and managing an online learning portal. I strengthened relationships between board members and superintendents, adhering to governance best practices. Additionally, I implemented personal communication style assessments and training for education groups.
- Public Relations and Marketing Manager/Asst Exec Dir · Hemophilia and Bleeding Disorders of Alabama, Inc.02-01-2011 – 09-01-2012
In my role as Public Relations and Marketing Manager/Asst Exec Dir at Hemophilia and Bleeding Disorders of Alabama, Inc., I led member and industry relations, managed events, and edited publications to support the organization's mission in Montgomery, Alabama.
- Consultant · Knowledge Management Solutions01-01-2009 – 01-01-2012
Created and developed admission testing requirement material. Managed enrollment and implementation of newly introduced courses.
- Membership Director · Homebuilders Association of Alabama03-01-2007 – 09-01-2009
As Membership Director at Homebuilders Association of Alabama, I successfully maintained relationships with over 12,000 members and 27 local associations. I was instrumental in fundraising over $500k for a Political Action Committee, the highest amount in its history. Additionally, I developed and implemented recruitment programs that were recognized by the National Association of Home Builders.
Education
- Troy UniversityMaster's degree, Management with Leadership focus
- Troy UniversityBS, Political Science
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