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Energy · Technology · Policy

Sarah A.
Iskander

I turn complex problems in energy, technology, and policy into outcomes the world can use.

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Inside the full-scale Virgin Hyperloop passenger pod
Dubai, UAE Full-scale passenger pod, next-generation transport
10+Years, global
$12.5B+Federal portfolio
$90M+Capital secured
4Sectors bridged

02 / Profile

An experienced strategist working at the intersection of energy, emerging technology, and international affairs.

Portrait of Sarah A. Iskander

Over more than ten years I have advanced energy and infrastructure priorities through bipartisan coalition building, federal budgeting, and global engagement. My work spans North America and the MENA region, from grid resilience and permitting reform to the first new mode of mass transport in a century.

I hold a Master of Science in Foreign Service from Georgetown University, concentrated in Science, Technology, and International Affairs, and a bachelor's in Arabic Studies and International Development from the University of Maryland. I am a Presidential Management Fellow and a two-time recipient of federal language awards.

Based
Washington, DC
Focus
Energy, Tech, Policy
Languages
English, Arabic

03 / Communicating with Impact

I simplify the message to amplify its impact, and cut through the noise.

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FIG.02 · 00:35 Presenting at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, UAE, 2020
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    Simplifying Complexity

    I distill technical depth into language decision-makers can act on, without losing what matters.

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    Stakeholder Engagement

    From strategy to delivery, I prioritize collaboration and clear communication at every step.

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    Executive Communication

    I steer high-stakes work with top decision-makers and deliver results with confidence and poise.

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    Project Management

    From ideation to delivery, I run projects with a results-oriented approach across the full lifecycle.

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    Hands-on Problem Solving

    I keep a practical perspective so the approach stays grounded in the realities of the work.

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    Thought Leadership

    I believe in inspiring change and bringing a clear, credible point of view to the debates that shape energy and policy.

04 / The Field

Sarah Iskander at the world's first hyperloop prototype in Nevada
Nevada, USAOn-site at the world's first hyperloop test track
Sarah Iskander briefing a delegation on the Virgin Hyperloop exhibition floor
Dubai, UAETraining staff on hyperloop technology at GITEX
Sarah Iskander presenting at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week
Abu Dhabi, UAEExplaining hyperloop technology
Sarah Iskander presenting before a Vision 2030 screen in Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaBriefing senior government officials
Sarah Iskander speaking on a Women in Tech panel
Dubai, UAESpeaking on a women in tech panel

05 / Trajectory

  1. 01
    2015–16 · Amman, Jordan

    External Relations, UNHCR

    Led external affairs during the height of the Syrian refugee crisis. Briefed US delegations, including the Speaker of the House, and produced the agency's flagship annual Year in Review.

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    2016–2022 · Dubai & LA

    Strategic Engagement Manager, Virgin Hyperloop

    Led strategy and engagement to bring a new mode of mass transport to global governments, partners, and investors. Delivered the 360-day World Expo engagement and helped secure $90M+ and a first-of-its-kind regulatory framework.

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    2024–25 · Washington, DC

    Congressional Liaison, U.S. Department of Energy

    Managed a $12.5B+ portfolio and drove critical energy policy and appropriations through bipartisan stakeholder engagement.

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    2025–Now · Washington, DC

    Government Affairs, Climate & Energy, Niskanen Center

    Leads engagement on transmission expansion, permitting reform, grid resilience, and competitive energy markets.

06 / Evidence of Excellence

07 / Open Channel

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