Sarah’s Story

Sarah is an experienced HR executive and advisor who has spent her career building healthier, higher-performing organizations. Her work spans large-scale HR operations, global workforce planning, organizational design, leadership development, and culture transformation.

She has partnered directly with CHROs, executive teams, and founders as a trusted thought partner, helping them make confident decisions that balance business needs with people-first values. Her strength lies in translating complex challenges into clear strategies and practical actions that teams can execute with confidence.

Sarah founded Humankind Consulting to bring that expertise to growing organizations that need tailored HR guidance, leadership support, and scalable people strategies. Her work is rooted in empathy, accountability, and a belief that strong cultures and strong results go hand in hand.

Global HR Leadership

• Directed HR operations for 1,200+ employees across Technology, Product, Sales, and Professional Services in the U.S., Canada, UK, Ireland, and India.

• Led eight restructures in nine months, contributing to a $30M turnaround to profitability.

• Designed global job architecture and talent mobility frameworks.

People & Culture Transformation

• Secured funding and led a cultural transformation program that increased leadership diversity by 23%.

• Improved engagement and raised Glassdoor ratings from 3.7 to 4.2.

HR Operations & Strategy

• Built scalable workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategies.

• Strengthened manager capability and reduced turnover in multiple organizations.

• Led HR due diligence for M&A activity and guided integration planning.

Coaching & Leadership Support

Sarah is known for being direct, grounded, and empathetic in her coaching style. Executives trust her to help them navigate sensitive decisions, lead through uncertainty, and communicate with clarity and confidence.

Values & Philosophy

Humanity and Respect

People deserve clarity, fairness, and workplaces where they can thrive. Sarah’s approach centers dignity, empathy, and inclusion in every engagement.

Strategic Simplicity

Complex HR challenges become manageable through aligned priorities, structured processes, and clear expectations.

Accountability + Care

Sarah helps leaders make decisions that serve both the business and the people who power it.

Credentials

• PHR, HRCI

• SHRM-CP, SHRM

• Organizational Development Certification, Institute of OD

• MHRM, Keller Graduate School

• BA in Corporate Communication, Northern Illinois University

Beyond Work

Sarah is deeply committed to service and community impact. She has volunteered as a Spanish medical interpreter on surgical missions in Guatemala and supports local equity and community-building organizations in Chicago.