Sarah Simpkins

THE PROP: A desire to use a love of numbers and to be creative led Sarah Simpkins to GTECH.
THE PROP: A desire to use a love of numbers and to be creative led Sarah Simpkins to GTECH.

SENIOR MANAGER, GAME DEVELOPMENT AND PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT – GTECH S.p.A.
AGE: 31

Why did you select your profession?
After college, I sought out positions that would allow me to utilize my love of numbers and desire to be creative at the same time. Working in the lottery industry seemed to be the perfect mix.

Where do you see yourself professionally in 10 years?
My 10-year-old self would have said that I would be the first female president of the United States at that time. My college-aged self would have said that I would be in charge of statistics and player scouting for the Boston Red Sox. Currently, I would say that I would be thrilled with either of those options.

What’s the best career advice you’ve received?
My father taught me to portray confidence (“act like you belong there”) and to believe that I could be/do anything that I wanted.

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How do you keep a work-life balance?
My No. 1 job in life is to be an active parent, dedicated spouse and engaged daughter and sister, and I would never choose to sacrifice that.

What one thing in your professional life would you like a do-over on?
I would have liked to travel a bit more when I was younger and kid free.

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