Sara Atalla
About Sara Atalla
Sara Atalla serves as the Vice President at Porter Novelli in Seattle, WA, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in communications and sports management, she has held various roles in organizations such as Global Washington and YMCA of Metropolitan Washington, focusing on strategic communication for non-profits and businesses.
Current Role at Porter Novelli
Sara Atalla serves as Vice President at Porter Novelli, a position she has held since 2016. Based in Seattle, WA, she has contributed to the firm for over eight years. In her role, she focuses on developing strategic communication strategies tailored for non-profits, foundations, and businesses. Her expertise in communications has positioned her as a key player in the organization.
Previous Experience at Global Washington
Before joining Porter Novelli, Sara Atalla worked as the Director of Communications & Marketing at Global Washington from 2013 to 2016. During her three years in this role, she was responsible for enhancing the organization's communication efforts and marketing strategies within the Greater Seattle Area.
Career Background in Sports and Membership Services
Sara's career includes significant roles in sports and membership services. She was the Recruiting Coordinator and Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Wagner College from 2001 to 2006. Following this, she worked as the Corporate Membership Officer at the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington from 2006 to 2008, where she managed corporate membership initiatives.
Experience in Media and Communications
Sara Atalla has a background in media and communications, having served as a Senior Account Executive at Arizona Public Media from 2008 to 2013. In this role, she was involved in account management and client relations, contributing to the organization's outreach and engagement efforts.
Educational Background in Communications and Sports Management
Sara Atalla holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She also earned a Master of Science in Sports Management from Virginia Commonwealth University. Her educational background supports her expertise in communication strategies and sports-related initiatives.