Sarah Goerzen
About Sarah Goerzen
Sarah Goerzen is the Lead Design Ops Program Manager at Faire, with previous experience as a Senior Design Program Manager at Airbnb and in workplace operations at VSCO. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Azusa Pacific University and has a strong background in managing design events and internal team culture initiatives.
Work at Faire
Sarah Goerzen currently serves as the Lead Design Ops Program Manager at Faire, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she is responsible for overseeing design operations and ensuring the efficiency of design processes within the organization. Her work contributes to enhancing the overall design strategy and execution at Faire, based in San Francisco, California.
Previous Experience at Airbnb
Prior to her role at Faire, Sarah worked at Airbnb as a Senior Design Program Manager in Design Ops from 2017 to 2022. During her five years at Airbnb, she managed the execution of various design events, including the Creative Space series and Airbnb Design—Talks. She also handled vendor relationships, budgets, and industry partnerships, contributing to the company's design initiatives and culture.
Experience at VSCO
Before her tenure at Airbnb, Sarah worked at VSCO® from 2014 to 2017 as part of the Workplace Ops & Culture team. In this role, she focused on enhancing workplace culture and operations, contributing to a positive work environment in Oakland, California. Her experience at VSCO helped shape her understanding of organizational culture and employee engagement.
Early Career at Azusa Pacific University
Sarah began her career as an Admissions Counselor at Azusa Pacific University from 2013 to 2014. In this role, she was responsible for guiding prospective students through the admissions process, providing support and information to help them make informed decisions about their education. This position laid the foundation for her skills in communication and relationship management.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Goerzen holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology from Azusa Pacific University. Her educational background provides her with a strong understanding of social dynamics, which she applies in her professional roles. Her expertise spans design operations, program management, and workplace culture, making her a valuable asset in the design field.