Sara Martin
About Sara Martin
Sara Martin is an Assistant Manager at Ten Thousand Villages in Akron, Pennsylvania, where she has worked since 2014. With over a decade of experience in nonprofit retail management, she has a strong background in fair trade practices and event coordination.
Work at Ten Thousand Villages
Sara Martin has served as the Assistant Manager at Ten Thousand Villages in Akron, Pennsylvania, since 2014. In this role, she has been instrumental in promoting fair trade practices and supporting artisans from developing countries. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Event Coordinator for Ten Thousand Villages in Ontario, Canada, from 2009 to 2014. Her transition from Canada to the United States within the same organization reflects her commitment to the mission of Ten Thousand Villages.
Education and Expertise
Sara Martin holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Gender Studies from Vanderbilt University, where she studied from 2005 to 2007. She also attended the University of North Carolina at Asheville for one year from 2004 to 2005. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in social issues, which complements her work in nonprofit retail management and fair trade advocacy.
Background in Nonprofit Retail Management
With over a decade of experience in nonprofit retail management, Sara Martin has developed a deep understanding of the sector. Her career includes significant roles that focus on event coordination and membership services. Prior to her tenure at Ten Thousand Villages, she worked as the Membership Services Lead at the YMCA of Western North Carolina from 2008 to 2010, where she gained valuable experience in community engagement and service delivery.
Event Coordination Experience
Sara Martin has a background in coordinating events that support artisans from developing countries. Her role as Event Coordinator at Ten Thousand Villages involved organizing initiatives that highlight the work of these artisans and promote fair trade. This experience has equipped her with skills in event planning and community outreach, contributing to her effectiveness in her current position.