Sarah Pew

About Sarah Pew

Empathetic strategic relationship builder with 15+ years of cross-functional business experience spanning communications, marketing, sales and events. Committed Small Business advocate. Respected cross-functional leader, motivator and strategist with ability to influence thinking, forge strategic alliances and build customer and employee trust and engagement. Global experience developing initiatives that engage clients and build loyalty. Passionate about four-legged fur friends, travel, career transitions and leadership lessons.

Experience

1. Senior Director, Marketing, Communications, Public Affairs

   Santa Rosa Junior College

   Jul 2024 — Present · Santa Rosa, CA, US

   Advise executive leadership and the Board of Trustees as a member of the President’s Cabinet, shaping institutional strategy, communications, marketing, and public affairs to support the District’s mission and enrollment goals across five sites serving students. Lead strategic marketing and communications for the District’s five-year strategic plan while overseeing strategy, development, and distribution for the Superintendent/President’s communications, including monthly updates, board materials, presentations and special events. Oversee a cross-functional team across social media, brand and campaigns, marketing operations, photography and design, while directing website strategy to enhance the District’s digital presence. Serve as Public Information Officer and primary media spokesperson, leading media relations and crisis and emergency communications.

Education

• San Diego State University

  BS

• San Francisco State University

  MBA