Sarah Easter, MBA, CAE

Sarah Easter, MBA, CAE

Deputy Director and Interim Executive Director

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Certified Association Executive (CAE) | CSM, CSPO, Project Manager | Awarded for leadership and innovation by state gov & NFPOs | Let’s Connect!

  • Education

    • Kansas State University

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      Bachelor’s Degree Human Services

      Certified KSU Student Leader (2010), International Student & Scholar Services Student President (Int'l Buddies Program) and part-time Administrative Supervisor (2011-2012), Pride of Wildcat Land KSU Marching Band member

    • Western Governors University

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      Master of Business Administration - MBA Information Technology Management

      WGU-Nominated and Inducted Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success for outstanding academic achievement and leadership ability.

  • Experience

    • Kansas State Board of Technical Professions

      Mar 2016 - May 2019
      Deputy Director and Interim Executive Director

      Formerly served the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts before promotion to the State Board of Technical Professions' Director position. Recognized with Innovation and Meritorious Service Awards bestowed by the State of Kansas in 2016, 2017, and 2018.

    • AAVSB

      Nov 2019 - May 2022
      • Senior Manager of Special Projects

        Dec 2021 - May 2022
      • Senior Manager of Member Services

        Nov 2020 - Dec 2021
      • Project Manager

        Nov 2019 - Nov 2020
    • ETHOS LLC

      May 2022 - Feb 2024
      Consultant
    • Capitol Federal® Savings Bank

      May 2023 - Dec 2023
      IT Supervisor, Systems & Network Operations, Support Services (Service Desk)
    • United States Society on Dams (USSD)

      Feb 2024 - now

      Managing & providing strategic oversight for a variety of USSD programs and projects.

      • Manager of Programs and Project Strategy

        Dec 2024 - now
      • Project Manager

        Feb 2024 - Dec 2024
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Executive Leadership Certification

      The National Society of Leadership and Success
      Feb 2023
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    • Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO®)

      Scrum Alliance
      Nov 2023
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    • Advanced Leadership Certificate

      The National Society of Leadership and Success
      Sept 2022
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    • Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®)

      Scrum Alliance
      Nov 2021
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    • Certified Association Executive (CAE)

      ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership
      Feb 2020
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  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Sarah Easter, MBA, CAE
      KCSAE 2021 Emerging Leader Award Kansas City Society of Association Executives Sep 2021
    • Awarded to Sarah Easter, MBA, CAE
      Meritorious Service Award Kansas State Board of Technical Professions Jul 2018 Execution of the duties of the position far beyond the service level commonly expected that is of great benefit to, and reflects highly on, the agency and the state. This award indicates achievement well beyond the norm. Board President, Maurice Bowersox, P.E.
    • Awarded to Sarah Easter, MBA, CAE
      Innovation Award Kansas State Board of Technical Professions Jun 2017 "Ms. Easter is being recognized with the "Innovation Award" for autonomously assuming a significant role in the development, improvement, and implementation of the agency's policies and procedures. The project has served to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the agency and served as a model for other agencies in the State. For much of FY 2016-17 our agency was short-staffed and Sarah stepped in to not only learn new roles, but assume leadership in creating inventive resources to… Show more "Ms. Easter is being recognized with the "Innovation Award" for autonomously assuming a significant role in the development, improvement, and implementation of the agency's policies and procedures. The project has served to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the agency and served as a model for other agencies in the State. For much of FY 2016-17 our agency was short-staffed and Sarah stepped in to not only learn new roles, but assume leadership in creating inventive resources to ensure continuity and smooth transitions. This Innovation Award is a way to recognize Ms. Easter for her tireless efforts to improve our agency and her skill within every level of technical knowledge." - Executive Director, Shelby Lopez Show less
    • Awarded to Sarah Easter, MBA, CAE
      Meritorious Service Award Kansas State Board of Healing Arts Aug 2016 "In honor of your hard work and commitment to the Board's mission of safeguarding the public and strengthening those who practice the healing arts; and to recognize your contributions in demonstrating outstanding dedication, teamwork and leadership amongst your colleagues." - Board President, Dr. Terry Webb, D.C.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Administrator

      Issued by ASTRA: Agency SMART Rapport Association on Jan 2017
      ASTRA: Agency SMART Rapport AssociationAssociated with Sarah Easter, MBA, CAE