Managing Partner
KS Leadership Advisors
Sara Johnson is dedicated to helping leaders and organizations unlock their full potential through strategic vision, culture transformation, and leadership development. As a Leadership Advisor and Executive Coach, she collaborates with executives and teams to strengthen leadership effectiveness, drive organizational change, and foster environments where individuals thrive.
With a background as a clinical professional and administrative leader in the healthcare industry as well as Director of Indiana University Executive Education, Sara has guided organizations in building leadership capacity, enhancing team effectiveness, and improving organizational outcomes. She shares her expertise in executive leadership, organizational behavior, healthcare, nonprofit leadership, and in state and federal government, equipping leaders with the skills needed to navigate complex challenges.
Sara remains committed to developing future leaders as an adjunct faculty member at Indiana University, where she teaches graduate and executive education courses on executive leadership. She is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and has served as the Indiana Regent for ACHE and on the ACHE Board of Governors. Sara is a sought-after speaker on the topic of effective leadership and creating a leadershp legacy throughout one’s career.
Her work extends beyond the classroom and boardroom through certifications in DiSC Workstyle, DiSC Management, and DiSC Agile EQ, helping individuals and teams build stronger relationships and improve performance. She has been recognized with multiple teaching and professional achievement awards, a testament to her commitment to empowering others.
Sara holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Services Management (BSHSM) and a Master of Health Administration (MHA) from Indiana University, with additional doctoral studies at Trinity Seminary.
Human-Centered Leadership: Redefining Communication and Relationship Management in Healthcare
Monday, March 2, 2026
2:00pm - 3:00pm CT