Sarah Lawlor

Sarah Lawlor

Director of Development for Operations and Programs, College of Engineering
​​​​​​North Carolina State University
Speaker

Bio

Sarah Lawlor is the Director of Development for Operations and Programs for the College of Engineering at NC State University. With over 17 years of experience in Advancement Services, she’s passionate about turning data into actionable insights and building strong, collaborative teams.

Throughout her career, Sarah has tackled everything from database management and reporting to regulatory compliance, gift processing, and managing gift agreements. She loves finding creative solutions to complex challenges and helping organizations make informed, strategic decisions.

When she’s not working with stakeholders or streamlining operations, Sarah enjoys developing policies that keep things running smoothly. She’s also no stranger to the podium, frequently presenting her insights on leadership, data management, and operational excellence.

Sarah earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in fine arts from Westfield State University — a background that brings a thoughtful, people-first approach to her work.