Sara Talsma

Role: SVP of People at PRA Business Events
Location: Chicago, IL, US
LinkedIn followers: 500 followers

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Experience

SVP of People
PRA Business Events
Mar 2018 — Present

Education

Albion College
BA, Psychology, Sociology & Anthropology
1991 — 1995
Northwestern University
MA, Psychology
1995 — 1997

Skills

Talent Management
Human Resources
Performance Management
Deferred Compensation
Organizational Development
Onboarding
Workforce Planning
Change Management
Employee Relations
Organizational Design
HR Consulting
Employee Engagement
Organizational Effectiveness
Succession Planning
Leadership Development

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Current company

PRA Business Events

Events Services · 414 employees · Founded 1981 · Chicago, Illinois, United States

At PRA, we don’t just execute—we imagine what’s next. As a visionary force redefining the business events industry, our legacy is built on collaboration and creativity. For over 40 years, we’ve partnered with event professionals to push past boundaries and deliver unforgettable experiences. As the first company to centralize creative and specialized operations resources alongside our destination teams—and to bring production services under one roof with destination management—we break down barriers and make event planning more efficient, consistent, and effective. Our teams constantly scan the horizon for emerging cultural currents, hidden local gems, and pioneering technologies, fusing these elements into moments that feel one step ahead of the now. Whether we’re inventing a never-done-before product launch, transforming a conference into an immersive storytelling journey, or producing a high-impact brand experience from the ground up, we pair spirited creativity with field-tested strategy to deliver impact that lasts. With PRA, you gain a partner who understands the complexity of event planning and brings nationwide expertise, local insight, and a collaborative approach to every project. Where next begins—with PRA.

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Experience

SVP of People

Education

Albion College

Northwestern University

Skills

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