Sarah Vanderwal

Sarah Vanderwal is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in contracts administration, real estate, and government program administration. Currently serving as the Contracts and Royalties Administrator at the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation since October 2019, Sarah previously worked as a Realtor at Keller Williams Premier Realty, where skills in market analysis, contract interpretation, and client education were honed. Prior experience as a State Program Administrator within the Minnesota Department of Revenue involved significant contributions to policy discussions, research compliance, and training initiatives related to property tax and state deeds. Sarah's earlier roles include assisting with legislative preparations for the Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners and managing sign shop operations at the Minnesota State Fair, showcasing strong organizational and managerial abilities. Educationally, Sarah holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies from St. Cloud State University.