Sarah L.

Sarah L. is a seasoned finance professional currently serving as a Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis Business Partner at VSP Vision since January 2024. With extensive experience at BMO from July 2017 to October 2023 as a Finance Manager/Lead Strategy Partner, Sarah excelled in strategic planning, financial modeling, and operational expense reduction initiatives. Previous roles include Finance and Sales Reporting Manager at Bank of the West (June 2008 - June 2017), where Sarah managed a team focused on sales measures and budgeting, along with a position as Sr. Financial Analyst/Division Finance Officer at Bank of the West (2005 - 2008). Early career experience includes a Sr. Financial Analyst role at Scientific Learning (2004 - 2005) and serving as an Adjunct Finance Instructor at Golden Gate University from August 2006 to 2017. Academic credentials include an MBA in Finance from the University of San Francisco, completion of the Pacific Coast Banking School Graduate Program, and ongoing education in Data Analytics from UC Berkeley Extension.