Sarah is a Director at Pivot> , where she brings clients a comprehensive understanding of sustainable agriculture, value chains, economic principles, and project management.
Her passion and academic rigor, research contributions, and practical experience positions make Sarah a valuable asset to the Pivot > team particularly as it relates to agricultural economics and sustainability within the food and agricultural industries. In her professional experience, she has excelled as a multi-faceted project manager, leading initiatives such as the development and execution of platforms and processes for venture funds and collaborative leadership development groups.
Prior to joining Pivot >, Sarah was a senior author and contributor to various publications focusing on economic sustainability and externalities in agriculture. Recent work includes research on the implications of reducing household food waste in the Australian apple industry, value chain operations and efficiency. In addition to this work, Sarah’s previous roles included: One Step Closer and the J.E.D.I Collaborative – Project Manager, OSC Venture Fund – Project Manager, American Trading International – Export Accounts, Next Logistics – Accounts and Finance
Sarah earned her PhD from the University of New England Food Loss and Waste: Definitions, Policy Assessment and the Value Chain Approach, including impacts on social welfare. Sarah earned her Bachelor of Agricultural and Resource Economics from the University of New England with an Honors Dissertation on the Australian Pork Industry.
Sarah is passionate about supporting non-profits in supporting those facing food and housing insecurity.