Sara Franks is a communications and partnerships professional with experience
spanning the nonprofit, consulting, media, and international affairs sectors. She
currently serves as Manager of Client Partnerships at NOTUS, a nonpartisan
newsroom founded by POLITICO's Robert Allbritton.

Sara has previously held roles at InterAction, Laurel Strategies, and the Fulbright Association, supporting executive-level convenings and high-impact events. Sara is the Chief Growth Officer at the Onero Institute, contributing to Onero’s strategy and fundraising initiatives.

She holds a degree in International Affairs with a concentration in Conflict Resolution from The George Washington University.