Woman of the Week – Sara Kodak

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name:
Sara Kodak

My Current Job/Company:
Corporate Controller/Thirty-One Gifts

My Work:
I lead the accounting department and am responsible for financial reporting, controls and compliance, but more importantly I get to support a company who’s mission is to celebrate, encourage, and reward women!

My Passion:
My family, and helping to build up strong and confident girls.

My Family:
Matthew (handsome husband); Eliana (adorable daughter- 9 months).

My Hero or Heroes:
My parents – especially now that I’m a parent, I truly admire what they’ve done for their family.

My Escape:
The lake or a hot shower.

My Pet Peeve:
Over-promising and under-delivering.

My Indulgence:
Working a puzzle and napping.

My Roots:
Grounded in family and servanthood.

My Future:
Exciting, hectic, full of love and new experiences.

My Favorite Quote:
Work hard and be nice to people.

My Accessory:
Used to be necklaces before my baby came along 😊

My advice to Young Women:
Decide what you want and go after it. Don’t wait for the opportunities to present themselves first.

How I Balance it All:
Focus on what matters most and leverage my tribe of people.