MITRE Names Sara Prentice Vice President of Communications and External Affairs

McLean, Va., & Bedford, Mass., April 13, 2026 – MITRE has named Sara Prentice vice president of communications and external affairs. In this role, she will lead strategic communications, brand and reputation management, media relations, and engagement with policymakers and key stakeholders.

“MITRE is a trusted partner to agencies across the federal government, delivering objective, mission-driven expertise in the public interest,” said Mark Peters. “Sara brings a proven ability to translate complex technical work into clear, actionable insight, strengthening how we communicate our impact and reinforcing our commitment to solving the nation’s most critical challenges.”

Prentice brings nearly two decades of leadership experience in communications and public affairs for complex, mission-driven organizations. Prior to joining MITRE, she served as Communications Director at Idaho National Laboratory, a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory, where she led an integrated organization spanning executive communications, media relations, digital strategy, stakeholder engagement, and major events. Her team played a central role in advancing the laboratory’s national profile and supporting its mission in energy and national security.

“MITRE plays a unique role at the intersection of technology, policy, and national security,” said Prentice. “I’m excited to work alongside MITRE’s leadership and colleagues across the enterprise to elevate the stories behind this work, strengthen engagement with key stakeholders, and continue building trust in the impact MITRE delivers."

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Media Contact: Sarah Lytle, media@mitre.org