Sara Gubins

Sara Gubins is a seasoned finance professional with a wealth of experience across various sectors such as education, business, information technology, professional services, media, fintech, and payments. Currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer at Presence, she takes pride in leading a dynamic team dedicated to supporting individuals serving children with diverse needs. Prior to her role at Presence, Sara held key positions at reputable organizations including Nielsen, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, American Express, and Bain & Company.

Sara Gubins has been deeply involved in significant M&A transactions, notably the sale of Nielsen Global Connect and the subsequent acquisition by a private equity group. She played a pivotal role in closing a $45 million investment deal with a UK digital services firm during her tenure at American Express. With a strong background in capital markets, Sara successfully raised over $6 billion in new term loans and bonds despite challenging market conditions. Her strategic initiatives also led to a $1 billion new share repurchase authorization.

In her illustrious career, Sara Gubins has garnered extensive experience as an equity analyst, providing her with a profound understanding of diverse sectors, business models, and market cycles. Her leadership as the head of Investor Relations was instrumental in driving a 9% increase in same-day share value through innovative storytelling at Investor Day events. Notably, as a team leader, Sara achieved nearly 100% retention rate of high-performing team members and successfully transformed the Treasury department into a high-performing unit by nurturing talent through promotions and development.

Sara Gubins is an alumnus of prestigious institutions, having pursued a Master of Business Administration at Harvard Business School and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and French at Amherst College. Her professional journey includes senior roles such as Chief Financial Officer at Presence, Senior Vice President at Nielsen, Managing Director and Equity Research Analyst at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Manager at American Express, and Senior Associate Consultant at Bain & Company.