Sarah Ott is a dynamic and visionary public sector executive with a proven record of helping cities move from fragmented responses to unified, systems-level solutions for their most complex community challenges. She brings extensive municipal experience that blends strategic thinking, innovation, and leadership to guide community-wide initiatives from concept to completion and deliver lasting impact.

As Chief Strategy Officer for the City of Davenport, Sarah led the development and execution of strategic initiatives on behalf of the City Council and City Administrator—aligning government, nonprofit, and community partners to address challenges such as public safety, neighborhood revitalization, and economic development.

With more than a decade of experience in strategic planning, government relations, and cross-sector collaboration, Sarah is recognized for her ability to convene stakeholders, translate vision into action, and sustain momentum for long-term change.

Through Aligned Community Strategies, Sarah now brings this expertise to cities nationwide, helping leaders navigate complex challenges by fostering collaboration, aligning priorities, and building strategies that achieve measurable, lasting results.

Sarah holds a Master’s Degree in Geography and Community Development from Western Michigan University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography and Economics from Carthage College. She is a Leadership ICMA graduate and has been recognized with multiple awards for public service, leadership, and innovation.