Sara Woodward
About Sara Woodward
Sara Woodward is a Project Manager at Cvent, specializing in Event 360 Professional Services, where she manages event-specific materials and supports customers in leveraging virtual and onsite solutions. With a background in hospitality and financial services, she has held various roles at Hilton and Ameriprise Financial, and is actively involved in supporting military families through her community work.
Work at Cvent
Sara Woodward has been employed at Cvent since 2020, serving as a Project Manager in the Event 360 Professional Services division. In her role, she acts as a liaison between supplier vendors and customers to manage event-specific materials. She is involved in developing and improving internal processes for managing virtual, onsite, and hybrid projects. Additionally, she consults with customers on leveraging Cvent’s Virtual and Onsite Solutions functionality, focusing on anticipating needs and ensuring customer success at events.
Previous Experience in Event Management
Prior to her role at Cvent, Sara Woodward worked at Hilton in various capacities from 2014 to 2020. She served as Luxury & Lifestyle Brand Support, Coordinator for Luxury & Lifestyle Brands, and briefly as Manager for Waldorf Astoria & Conrad Brand Management and Development. Her experience at Hilton provided her with a strong foundation in event management and customer service, which she has carried into her current position.
Background in Financial Services
Sara Woodward spent 13 years in the financial services industry as a Financial Advisor at Woodward & Associates, a practice of Ameriprise Financial, from 2000 to 2013. This experience equipped her with skills in client relations and financial planning, which are beneficial in her project management role. Prior to that, she worked at Blue Ocean Partners, LLC as an Associate Advisor for one year.
Education and Expertise
Sara Woodward earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from American University, where she studied from 1996 to 2000. Her educational background supports her expertise in project management and customer service within the event industry.
Community Involvement
Sara Woodward is actively involved in her local community, particularly through her work with the USO Warrior Family Center at Ft. Belvoir. As a veteran spouse, she is passionate about supporting troops and military families, contributing to her commitment to community service.