Sarah Philippart

Board Member

Sarah Philippart is an experienced global human resources leader with more than 25 years of expertise spanning talent management, organisational development, leadership strategy and workforce transformation.

Throughout her career, she has held senior leadership roles with internationally recognised organisations including Disney and Google, helping to build high-performing teams and guide organisations through periods of growth and change.

Sarah brings valuable expertise in governance, compliance, risk management and people leadership, providing strategic insight that supports the effective operation and long-term sustainability of Free the Bears. Her experience working across diverse international environments has strengthened her ability to foster collaboration, drive organisational effectiveness and champion inclusive leadership practices.

Beyond her professional career, Sarah is a passionate advocate for wildlife conservation, animal welfare and environmental protection. She actively supports and volunteers with a range of wildlife rescue and conservation organisations and is deeply committed to protecting threatened species and their habitats. Her love of travel and the natural world continues to reinforce her dedication to conservation, making her a valuable contributor to Free the Bears' mission to protect, rescue and care for bears across Southeast Asia.