Sara Race

Background

About Sara Race

With over 12 years of progressive leadership experience spanning public sector operations and enterprise technology sales, I bring a proven track record of driving strategic outcomes, leading high-performing teams, and cultivating executive-level relationships. Now serving as Area Manager for Alaska and Hawaii. Formerly serving as an Alaska Account Executive at Gartner, I’ve achieved a 90% client retention rate and secured over $800K in new contract value by aligning deeply with client priorities, leveraging a consultative sales approach, and mentoring a team of eight to close complex deals through Gartner’s “OneGartner” framework.Prior to joining Gartner, I served as Director of Business Operations at the Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation, overseeing a $220M budget and leading enterprise initiatives in operational efficiency, data strategy, and risk management. My tenure in public service also includes directing the State of Alaska’s Permanent Fund Dividend Division, where I led 80 staff, streamlined dividend processing for over applicants, and directed modernization efforts that improved service delivery and data integrity.I’m passionate about strategic development, process improvement, and empowering others through mentorship and effective communication. With a foundation in business management from Arizona State University and a project management certification from Cornell University, I bring both operational rigor and people-centered leadership to every challenge. I thrive in environments where purpose meets performance—and where collaboration fuels results.