Sara Gallagher

Sara Gallagher is President of The Persimmon Group and a recognized expert in strategy execution, PMO leadership, and project portfolio management. For more than 15 years, she has helped organizations—from Fortune 500s to fast-moving startups—untangle the real barriers to execution, from siloed teams and shifting priorities to PMOs that have lost their purpose. A frequent speaker, author, and instructor, Sara has contributed to the Project Management Institute’s global standards and delivered international keynotes and whitepapers on strategy execution, organizational change, and high-performing teams. Her consulting portfolio spans industries including energy, finance, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and technology, with projects ranging from industrial mega-projects to enterprise tra...