Sara OBarr
About
I grew up immersed in athletics—softball through age 20, soccer and gymnastics until 10; shaped by a highly competitive sports family. That foundation fueled a 10+ year career in strategic sales and executive consulting, where I’ve helped businesses grow, streamline, and win. I’m now bringing that drive back to the sports industry.
Experience
Sales Manager
Mar 2024 - Jan 2025
• Managed multi-state territory & dealer network, growing revenue by 11% through retention, upselling, & market expansion.
• Closed multi-million-dollar deals & revived dormant accounts via strategic relationships & negotiation.
• Delivered $200K+ in savings through operational analysis.
• Secured 100+ new accounts through targeted prospecting
Regional Sales Manager
Nov 2021 - Mar 2024
• Exceeded regional sales targets with 35% YoY growth by implementing aggressive pipeline strategies & training reps on value-based selling
• Managed & mentored a sales team, boosting close rates & customer experience through strategic leadership
• Supported the full sales funnel—from demo to post-sale—to ensure satisfaction & repeat business
Strategic Advisor
May 2018 - Present
• Used a consultative sales approach with C-suite leaders to uncover pain points & deliver tailored solutions, boosting efficiency by 23% • Led full-cycle business development, increasing the client base by 36% through strategic outreach & trust-driven relationships • Developed sales roadmaps aligned with client goals, driving a 12% profit increase
Business Development Manager
Apr 2012 - Oct 2021
• Led business development across departments, boosting productivity by 33% & improving sales conversion through operational streamlining.
• Increased client acquisition by 27% via grassroots outreach & targeted digital campaigns.
• Built strategies that added new services, expanding revenue streams & generating a 14% lift in total income.
Education
Astrophysics
- PhD
Jan 2023 - Present
Currently pursuing a PhD in Astrophysics with a 3.9 GPA, bringing analytical depth and systems-level thinking to every challenge.