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Sarah Laiwala is an Adjunct Professor at Carnegie Mellon University, specializing in innovation and product management. With expertise in general management of $120M profit-and-loss operations, digital/AI transformation, and high-growth team scaling, she has driven impactful consumer-facing products at Amazon (Android Shopping App) and Disney (Parks & Resorts digital initiatives). Her career spans tech, retail, travel, and healthcare sectors.
- Education: MS in Software Engineering & Development Management (CMU), BS in Computer Engineering (UC San Diego)
- Certifications: Finance for Non-financial Executives (Stanford), Women on Boards (University of Washington)
Her research focuses on digital innovation, AI-driven product development, and cross-sector transformation. While her recent publications aren't listed, her work appears to center on practical applications of technology in consumer experience optimization.
Scientific Awards
- PDX Women in Technology Community Change Maker (2023)
- Salesforce Woman of the Month (July 2021)
- CMU Dean’s Return on Education Award (2010)
- Gold & Silver Presidential Voluntary Service Awards (2018-2019)
Sarah combines academic work with industry leadership, having scaled teams through operating model consistency and led organizational restructuring initiatives.
