Sarah Fontannaz
About Sarah Fontannaz
Sarah Fontannaz serves as the Director of People Operations at Thought Machine, where she has worked since 2023. She has extensive experience in various roles at IBM iX and Thought Machine, demonstrating her expertise in operations and consulting.
Current Role at Thought Machine
Sarah Fontannaz serves as the Director of People Operations at Thought Machine, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the employee experience and optimizing people-related processes within the organization. Her leadership aims to align the company's operational strategies with its workforce needs.
Previous Experience at Thought Machine
Prior to her current role, Sarah held multiple positions at Thought Machine. She was the Director of Operations from 2021 to 2024, overseeing operational strategies and initiatives. She also served as a Client Delivery Manager on secondment from 2018 to 2019 and as Operations Manager from 2019 to 2021, contributing to the company's growth and client satisfaction.
Experience at IBM iX
Sarah has extensive experience at IBM iX, where she worked in various roles from 2012 to 2019. She started as a Graduate Business and Technology Consultant and progressed to Senior Consultant in Financial Services. Her tenure included roles such as Senior Managing Consultant and Managing Consultant, where she built a reputation for delivery excellence and effective stakeholder management.
Educational Background
Sarah studied at Nottingham Trent University, earning a degree in Business Management and Financial Services from 2008 to 2012. She also attended Shrewsbury Sixth Form College, where she completed A Levels in English Literature, Performance Studies, and Law from 2005 to 2007. Her foundational education includes GCSEs from Meole Brace School and Science College, where she studied from 2000 to 2005.
Professional Development and Achievements
Sarah secured a position on IBM's Management Consultant Graduate Scheme after a successful placement year in IBM's Procurement Business Controls department. This achievement reflects her adaptability and commitment to professional growth within the consulting field.