Sirena Young
Sirena Young is a PMP®-certified project management professional known for her ability to create clarity out of complexity and guide cross-functional teams toward shared goals. Based in Sacramento, California, she currently serves as a Strategic Account Manager at Trawick International, where she leads initiatives that drive efficiency, process improvement, and measurable impact across sales, marketing, and IT functions. Her expertise spans stakeholder management, product operations, and customer success—skills honed through years of leading projects and teams in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Before entering the project management field, Sirena earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Counseling from Palo Alto University, a background that continues to influence her leadership style today. Her experience as a therapist specializing in eating disorders taught her the power of deep listening, empathy, and understanding—principles she now applies to client relationships, collaboration, and team development. Her thoughtful approach to communication has become a cornerstone of how she builds trust and fosters productive partnerships in her professional life.
Sirena is deeply passionate about helping others achieve clarity, confidence, and alignment in their work. She enjoys mentoring peers, sharing insights on overcoming self-doubt, and promoting growth through structure and self-awareness. Outside of her career, Sirena continues to inspire others through her podcast and writing, offering reflections on personal and professional development that bridge human insight with practical leadership.
• Project Management Professional
• PMI Authorized On-demand PMP Exam Prep
• Telehealth for Mental Health Professionals: 2-Day Distance Therapy Training
• Excelling as a Manager or Supervisor
• Leadership, Team-Building and Coaching Skills for Managers and Supervisors
• How to Successfully Make the Transition to Supervisor
• Palo Alto University- M.S.
• Palo Alto University- B.S.
• De Anza College- A.A.
• Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Academic and Professional Honor Society
• Project Management Institute
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to a diverse background across customer service, insurance, technology, and therapy, which, combined with my PMP certification, allows me to excel in project management while balancing client support and strategic initiatives.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received came from a mentor in HR who helped me strengthen my career-development skills, build confidence in salary negotiations, and improve my Excel proficiency.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenges and opportunities in my field right now are navigating heavy competition while keeping up with rapidly evolving technology.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
I value helping people, fostering meaningful partnerships, and building efficient operational systems that enhance both customer satisfaction and team success.