Title: Business Analyst III
Company: Washington University
Location: Ballwin, Missouri, United States
Sara S. Patterson, MBA, Business Analyst III at Washington University, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Executives for dedication, achievements, and leadership in Business Analysis.
Ms. Patterson, distinguished for her expertise, recently concluded her career as a business analyst III at Washington University in Saint Louis in 2024. She previously served in the same position for the Metropolitan Saint Louis Sewer District in 2021 and for Bayer Crop Science, Bayer AG, in Saint Louis from 2020 to 2021. Her diverse background also included various roles at Insight Global, Maritz Motivation Inc., Preferred Resources Inc., Mastercard, and, among other organizations, Express Scripts. Ms. Patterson’s professional journey began in actuarial services at the Automotive Club of Missouri, AAA, initially as a pricing analyst in 2003, followed by her role as the club’s database marketing analyst from 2009 to 2013.
A 1998 graduate of Triad High School, Ms. Patterson subsequently entered college, where she received a Bachelor of Science in actuarial science with a minor in English, magna cum laude, from Maryville University in 2003. She also received a Master of Business Administration with a focus on business, management, marketing and related support services on campus in 2010. Her college education was fundamental to her ongoing success in her field. Throughout her career, Ms. Patterson has drawn the most success from her ability to bring together individuals who are reluctant to collaborate. As such, she strives to ensure her team can be productive, believing wholeheartedly that working with leadership only works if their subordinates are being supported. Ms. Patterson also notes her supportive family, who always wanted to see her excel in her endeavors.
In the coming years, Ms. Patterson aims to focus on other initiatives, including supporting individuals in crisis, whether they are experiencing emotional or physical struggles. She is also exploring music therapy and plans to become a certified music therapist. She envisions traveling to various locations to share her experiences and personal struggles with mental and physical health, highlighting how music therapy has benefited her in years past. Ms. Patterson’s goal is to ensure that individuals receive the correct information and find comfort during chaotic times. Beyond this venture, she aims to secure a board position where she can become part of the decision-making process and make a more significant impact.
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