Sarah Stettner is the Global Coordination Manager for the Managing Director of Programs. In this role, she ensures the effective functioning of the Managing Director’s office by providing an array of behind-the-scenes support including strategic decision-making, liaising between teams, overseeing daily operations and managing special projects while coordinating across WRI’s growing network.

Previously at WRI, Sarah served as the Executive Assistant of the Food, Forest, Water and Ocean Programs in which she provided administrative and logistical support to the Vice President, Global Director of Forests and Global Director of Water.

Prior to joining WRI, Sarah worked in marketing and executive support in the private sector. Sarah holds a B.A. in Sustainability from the University of Florida where she was involved in various environmental community engagement initiatives.

Sarah lives in DC and spends her free time attending concerts, tending to her houseplants, reading books and finding new places to travel.