GETTING THERE BIZ POLL

GETTING THERE

What excites you about your new role?

“I have been with Wintrust for over 19 years and am very honored to be chosen to help lead this next phase of our evolution as a company. I’ve had a passion for technology and making things easier for our customers for a long time. We’ve already made some big strides in my time here, so it’s very exciting to be a part of the additional solutions that we have planned. Being able to work with so many leaders across our organization to implement technological changes, not only for our customers but many that will make life better for our employees on a day-to-day basis as well, is fantastic.”

What experiences are you drawing from in your new role?

“I was just reflecting on the fact that, having gotten to work in many different facets throughout the company, as well as my great relationships with many of our project heads, is informing not only how I lead, but from a practical standpoint, how I get to use those skills in presenting to senior leaders and help build consensus to make decisions thoughtfully and quickly. We have so many great opportunities ahead of us in this area and getting to draw on my understanding of financial technology, as well as our culture and the various needs of our employees and clients, are probably my biggest advantages in this role.”

What professional accomplishment are you most proud of?

“Right now, I’d have to say receiving this new spot in our company.”

Favorite Milwaukee things to do outside of work?

“Oh gosh, I’m obsessed with our city and all of the amazing things we have going on considering our size. In ‘normal’ times, I’d say a Brewers game for sure (or MU/Bucks b-ball in the winter), and I also just love seeing shows at the Rep or Marcus and going out before or after a show at Mason Street Grill or Aria. On the family front, and in these COVID times, we’ve been doing the Zoo or pretty much anything outdoors.” n

SARAH GROOMS

Program director – digital transformation Wintrust Financial

AGE: 40

HOMETOWN: Milwaukee

EDUCATION: Finance degree from Carroll University, Masters’ in applied economics from Marquette University. PREVIOUS POSITION: Senior vice president, regional team leader

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