Sabrina Ballard Puleo, MBA
About Sabrina Ballard Puleo, MBA
Sabrina Ballard Puleo, MBA, serves as the Principal of Business Development at Thoughtworks and has extensive experience in business development within the Federal sector. She holds an MBA and has held various leadership roles in organizations such as TISTA Science and Technology Corporation and DSS, Inc., while actively supporting initiatives for the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Sabrina Ballard Puleo serves as Principal of Business Development at ThoughtWorks, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on driving business growth and developing strategic partnerships within the organization. Her expertise in business development and leadership in the technology sector contributes to ThoughtWorks' mission of delivering innovative solutions.
Previous Experience at TISTA Science and Technology Corporation
Prior to her current role, Sabrina worked at TISTA Science and Technology Corporation as the Strategic Growth Director from 2021 to 2022. She later served as VP of Federal Growth Strategy from 2022 to 2023. In these positions, she was responsible for developing strategies to enhance the company's growth in the federal sector, particularly in technology and healthcare.
Education and Expertise
Sabrina holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Northwood University - DeVos Graduate School, where she studied Business Management. She also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Northwood University, focusing on Business Management, Marketing, and Advertising. Her academic background supports her professional interests in emerging technology, leadership development, and healthcare management.
Professional Involvement and Community Engagement
Sabrina is actively involved in various professional organizations, including the Children's Inn at Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) Bethesda Chapter. She participates in initiatives such as Women at the INN (WINN) and contributes to community development through her volunteer work. Her engagement reflects her commitment to both professional growth and community service.
Specializations in Federal HealthIT Contracting
Sabrina specializes in Digital Customer Experience Transformation, Agile Product Development and Design, and Data Strategy and Analytics, particularly within the Federal HealthIT contracting space. Her extensive experience includes nearly 15 years of supporting initiatives for the Department of Veterans Affairs, focusing on improving healthcare outcomes and experiences for Veterans and their families.