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Switlik Parachute Company
Virtual Meeting December 16 9:00 am - 10:30 am Member - $49 Non-Member - $89 NJBIA Events Email Registration

11-Part Leadership Training Series

Balancing personal and professional demands is integral to sustainable leadership. Learn to promote well-being and implement strategies for creating a healthy and productive work environment.

Meet Our Featured Speaker
Sarah Switlik Sarah Switlik COO, Switlik Parachute Company

Sarah Switlik is the Chief Operating Officer at Switlik Survival Products, a family-owned manufacturing company in Trenton that has been a leading innovator in safety and survival equipment since the 1920s. Originally starting as a small canvas and leather workshop in 1920, the company quickly became the nation’s largest parachute manufacturer by the 1930s. Today, Switlik Survival Products has expanded its focus to the commercial market, offering a range of high-quality safety and survival equipment, including FAA-approved inflatable life vests and rafts, US Coast Guard-approved life rafts, and military-grade anti-G suits and anti-exposure suits.

As a fourth-generation member of the Switlik family, Sarah brings a deep-rooted understanding of the company’s heritage with a forward-thinking approach to its operations. Sarah has held various pivotal roles within the company, including Marketing Manager, Marine Sales Manager, Marketing Director, and Vice President of Sales and Marketing, which have equipped her with a comprehensive skill set in sales, marketing, and operations management. Under Sarahs’s leadership, Switlik Survival Products has experienced significant growth and innovation. Her strategic initiatives have not only enhanced operational efficiency but also strengthened the company’s market position.

Sarah holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Global Business Management from Babson College, which complements her extensive professional experience. Beyond her professional achievements, Sarah is passionate about giving back to the community. She is dedicated to community involvement, actively supporting local, domestic, and international non-profits, particularly those focused on water rescue. In her personal time, Sarah loves to travel and make new contacts around the world. Her passion for exploration and global networking enriches her personal and professional life, bringing fresh insights and opportunities to Switlik Survival Products.

Refund Policy:
If you cancel 7 days or more prior to the scheduled event date, you will be eligible for a full 100% refund.
Unfortunately, cancellations made within 1 week (7 days) of the event will not be eligible for any refunds.