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Sarah Nahm
Former CEO, Co-founder, and Product Marketing Manager
Sarah Nahm is the CEO and co-founder of Lever, a software company based in San Francisco that specializes in modern recruiting solutions. She has played a pivotal role in the company's growth since its inception in 2012, initially serving as a co-founder and then transitioning to CEO in October 2014. Under her leadership, Lever has developed a strong reputation for helping organizations like Netflix, Spotify, and Zoom enhance their recruitment processes.12
Background and Education
Nahm graduated from Stanford University with a Bachelor of Science in Product Design and Mechanical Engineering. Her education emphasized design thinking, which has influenced her approach to product development and company culture at Lever.12
Career Path
Before founding Lever, Nahm worked at Google as a Product Marketing Manager for Chrome, where she was instrumental in scaling the browser's user base significantly. She also served as a speechwriter for Marissa Mayer, gaining insights into leadership and communication during her time there.12
Advocacy and Leadership
In addition to her role at Lever, Nahm is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the tech industry. She emphasizes these values in Lever's culture and practices, reflecting her commitment to creating an equitable workplace.23 Nahm has received recognition for her leadership, including being named one of the Best SMB CEOs in the US by USA Today in 2018 and one of the Best CEOs for Women in 2019.1
