Carly Sandstrom brings over a decade of distinguished expertise in business operations and strategic growth, with a proven track record of driving sustainable revenue and operational transformations in high-growth environments. As the Founder of Sandstrom Strategies, Carly partners with leadership teams at early-stage and growth-stage companies to craft strategies that drive efficiency, maximize revenue impact, and create long-term competitive advantages. Her ability to work alongside business leaders to align goals, refine processes, and create clear pathways to growth has made her a trusted advisor to numerous startups across various industries.
With her comprehensive experience across roles in revenue operations and strategic planning, Carly has consistently bridged tactical execution with boardroom insights, ensuring alignment between ground-level initiatives and organizational goals. Her work at ID.me, for instance, reflects her capability to guide executive teams with precise budget forecasts and strategic insights, achieving near-perfect accuracy of revenue projections (within 2%) and enhancing executive decision-making. Known for her deft handling of mergers, vendor negotiations, and data-driven operational improvements, Carly has also realized significant cost savings, process integrations, and system migrations for companies such as Skyword and POLITICO.
Beyond her professional achievements, Carly is a certified Open Diver Scuba through PADI, further showcasing her dedication to continuous learning and exploration. Carly holds a B.A. in International Relations and Economics from the University of California, Davis and has earned certifications in Change Management and Business Foundation from the Wharton School of Business.
Carly’s holistic view of business transformation, along with her operational acumen and strategic foresight, makes her an invaluable candidate for any board looking to strengthen its governance, innovation, and growth initiatives.
Character
Carly Sandstrom demonstrates strong leadership and integrity, consistently driving business growth through strategic decision-making and efficient operations.
Knowledge
With over 11 years of experience, Carly possesses deep expertise in business operations, revenue management, CRM systems, and data analytics across various industries.
Strategy
Carly excels in creating and executing strategic plans that optimize business processes, enhance efficiency, and achieve significant revenue growth.
Communication
Carly effectively communicates complex data and business insights to key stakeholders, ensuring informed decision-making and alignment across teams.
