Sarah Birkestrand

Sarah Birkestrand is a seasoned marketing professional with extensive experience in digital marketing and communication strategy. Currently serving as the Digital Marketing Capabilities Manager at Voya Financial since April 2020, Sarah focuses on enhancing the Marketing Technology Stack and supporting the Marketing team with technical capabilities. Previous roles include Senior Marketing Communications Specialist at Voya Financial, Campaign Manager at Optum, and Marketing Manager at Thrivent, where strategic multi-channel marketing initiatives were developed to enhance brand awareness and engagement. Additional experience at Genoa Healthcare, Central Garden and Pet, Hendricks & Partners, and Pier 1 Imports highlights a strong background in project management, marketing analysis, and communications. Sarah holds multiple degrees and certificates in marketing, project management, and design from various institutions, including the University of Phoenix and Dakota County Technical College.