Sanja Noble
Sanja E. Noble, MBA, PMP is a Chicago-based financial strategist, speaker, and entrepreneur who coaches small business owners to “pay themselves first.” As CEO and Managing Partner of Premier 72, she helps established, six-figure business owners implement the Profit First methodology to create profitability, predictability, and long-term financial security. A licensed insurance professional and Founder of Silver Crown Credit Repair, Sanja is passionate about equipping entrepreneurs—especially women—with the tools to take control of their financial futures and build wealth with intention.
With more than 30 years in the financial sector, Sanja’s career spans banking, personal trust, municipal finance, and large-scale treasury operations. She has managed and overseen billions in public funds and bond portfolios, including leadership roles with the Chicago Transit Authority and prior work supporting institutions such as Chicago Public Schools, The University of Chicago, and Cook County. Her experience managing complex financial systems—including over $15 billion in infrastructure-related funds and multibillion-dollar bond portfolios—has shaped her disciplined, strategic approach to cash management, compliance, and long-term planning.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Sanja discovered her voice as a public educator, speaking directly to communities about credit repair, budgeting, and financial recovery—particularly for women rebuilding after life transitions. That calling led to the creation of Silver Crown Credit Repair and expanded through Premier 72, where she now serves as a “money master,” translating complex financial concepts into clear, actionable strategies. Whether speaking for organizations like the Chicago Transit Authority and Women in Insurance and Financial Services or mentoring through programs such as Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, Sanja’s mission is simple: ensure that every client leaves empowered, informed, and confident in their path to financial freedom.
• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• Licensed life and health insurance
• Licensed for annuities
• Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
• Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
• Featured as Influential Women for 2026 representing Chicago
• Project Management Institute (PMI)
• Women in Public Finance
• National Association of Women Business Owners
• Credit Consultants Association
• Founding member of Beasley PTA
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to being true to myself and trusting my instincts. If something doesn't feel right, it probably isn't, so I go with my gut. The key for me has been not second-guessing myself and really staying true to my beliefs. Over these 30 years in a male-dominated field, I've learned that when you stay authentic and trust yourself, that's what keeps you successful and allows you to make the right decisions for yourself and the people you're trying to help.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would say it's very important for you to find a mentor so that you can figure out the best path for you. A lot of times, what happens is that we're in these roles and don't know that there's something else for you to do. I think it's important for you to understand that there are different ways to help people, as long as you understand what you're doing. The financial industry is still very male-dominated, and it's not always a warm and fuzzy environment. I've seen young ladies go into this field and then decide it's not for them and leave to go in a different direction. So having a mentor who can help you navigate and show you the different paths available is crucial to finding your place and making it work for you.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
I feel like we still haven't progressed as far as I would have liked us to, especially in the financial industry. It's still very male-dominated, and we really need to start learning how to support one another and protect women in this field so that their voices are heard and they have a place. One of the biggest challenges is that a lot of people don't retire in the financial industry. They stay in these positions for a long time because it pays well and they don't feel like there's anything else they can do. So you don't see as high of a turnover, and you don't see a change in the environment as you have in other industries. It's just kind of the old boys club, and women cannot sustain or tolerate that environment for that long. I've seen young ladies enter this field and then leave because it's not warm and fuzzy. We need to make sure women are protected so that path is a little bit easier, even though it's not easy. People also don't know how to pivot and make it their own, and create their own businesses so that it is a comfortable environment, a safe environment for themselves and other women.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are being ethical, being honest, and being open and honest with people, especially when you're trying to help people make decisions for their families. When you're working in finance and helping people with their money and their future, integrity and honesty are absolutely critical. People need to be able to trust you, and I believe in being transparent and straightforward so that the people I work with can make informed decisions that are right for them and their loved ones.