With over 19 years of experience in the not-for-profit sector, Sarah’s background in health and health care, education, and the arts informs her commitment to service. As Vice President of Ministry Formation, Mission Integration with Ascension, Sarah leads national efforts in ministry identity, formation, development, spirituality, culture, engagement, and personal and organizational transformation. With prior roles in operations, community programming, and fundraising, Sarah leverages her unique background to create, facilitate, and collaboratively integrate models, programs, and resources for participants to find purpose and meaning in what they do, while continually developing as individuals and teams in pursuit of common goals. 

Sarah holds a doctorate in Health Care Mission Leadership, with a focus on theology, ethics, and canon law, from Loyola University - Chicago where she previously earned a Master of Arts degree. With a background in public service and non-profit management, Sarah also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with an emphasis on African American Studies from the University of Wisconsin - Madison. She is a member of the Catholic Health Association’s Ministry Formation Advisory Council, serves on the Advisory Council for the Institute of Pastoral Studies, is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives - Wisconsin Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, and volunteers with numerous social justice organizations. Sarah is a candidate for associate membership with the School Sisters of St. Francis. She was named a 2022 Tomorrow's Leader by the Catholic Health Association. Sarah and her husband are raising two children in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where they enjoy the award-winning park system, eclectic neighborhood restaurants, and year-round cultural festivals.