
Sarah Easter, MBA, CAE
Deputy Director and Interim Executive Director

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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
-Bachelor’s Degree Human ServicesCertified 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
-Master of Business Administration - MBA Information Technology ManagementWGU-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 2019Deputy Director and Interim Executive DirectorFormerly 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 2022Senior Manager of Special Projects
Dec 2021 - May 2022Senior Manager of Member Services
Nov 2020 - Dec 2021Project Manager
Nov 2019 - Nov 2020

ETHOS LLC
May 2022 - Feb 2024Consultant
Capitol Federal® Savings Bank
May 2023 - Dec 2023IT Supervisor, Systems & Network Operations, Support Services (Service Desk).webp)
United States Society on Dams (USSD)
Feb 2024 - nowManaging & providing strategic oversight for a variety of USSD programs and projects.
Manager of Programs and Project Strategy
Dec 2024 - nowProject Manager
Feb 2024 - Dec 2024
Licenses & Certifications
- View certificate

Executive Leadership Certification
The National Society of Leadership and SuccessFeb 2023 - View certificate

Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO®)
Scrum AllianceNov 2023 - View certificate

Advanced Leadership Certificate
The National Society of Leadership and SuccessSept 2022 - View certificate

Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®)
Scrum AllianceNov 2021 - View certificate

Certified Association Executive (CAE)
ASAE: The Center for Association LeadershipFeb 2020
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Sarah Easter, MBA, CAEKCSAE 2021 Emerging Leader Award Kansas City Society of Association Executives Sep 2021
- Awarded to Sarah Easter, MBA, CAEMeritorious 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, CAEInnovation 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, CAEMeritorious 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
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