The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announces the appointment of Sara Lue to Director of Public & Governmental Affairs. Sara will serve as a liaison between the agency and the media/public, overseeing the release of information about GBI services. She will also assist in representing the bureau in legislative matters for the agency.
“Sara Lue has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism, and a deep commitment to the mission of the GBI,” said GBI Director Chris Hosey. “Her dedication to public service and strong communication skills make her well-positioned to succeed in this role and continue serving the Bureau with distinction."
Director Lue was previously assigned as Special Agent in Charge of the GBI Georgia Cyber Crime Center. Before that, she was a Special Agent and an Assistant Special Agent in Charge at the GBI Region 7 Field Office in Thomson, GA. Prior to becoming a Special Agent with the GBI, Director Lue was employed by the Richmond County Marshals Office in Augusta, GA as a Deputy Marshal. Director Lue is a POST Certified Instructor and has taught on various topics such as Conflict Resolution, Cybercrime, Cyber Safety, Emotional Intelligence, and Leadership.
Director Lue attended the East Georgia Public Safety Training Center in Blythe, GA where she received her Georgia P.O.S.T. Certification. She earned a B.A. in Sociology from Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA and a M.B.A. with a concentration in Management from Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, GA. Director Lue is also a graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy, Session 292, in Quantico, Virginia.
Director Lue is a native of Savannah, GA.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is comprised of three primary divisions: the GBI Crime Laboratory, the Investigative Division, and the Georgia Crime Information Center. The GBI has over 900 employees and a current budget of $162.6 million.
