With nearly a decade of experience spanning marketing strategy, business operations, and commercial real estate, Sarah Brownson brings a dynamic, cross-functional perspective to Lee & Associates - Austin.
She began her career at Lee in Southern California before relocating to Austin and launching her own consulting firm, where she led branding and scaling initiatives through systems-driven operations and marketing. Sarah has built and executed full-scale marketing programs and launched new brands across a diverse range of industries - including luxury goods, e-commerce, interior design, wine, and construction-related businesses.
At Lee Austin, she leads marketing across all service lines, elevating visibility and driving impact through strategic storytelling and thoughtful design. Her approach blends creativity with operational insight to ensure marketing efforts are not only compelling but deeply aligned with the business goals.
Sarah is an active member of Texas Women in Business and currently serves as President of the Penn State chapter of the American Association of University Women (AAUW).
Career History
2025: Lee & Associates- Austin, Marketing Director
2020 - 2025: Sovára Consulting, President & Founding Consultant
2019 - 2020: Lee & Associates - Newport Beach, Associate
2017 - 2019: Lee & Associates - Irvine, Executive Assistant
Education
- Pennsylvania State University: B.A. in Strategic Communications (Summa Cum Laude)
- University of Minnesota, Twin Cities: B.A. in Print Journalism
Membership & Affiliations
- American Association of University Women (AAUW): President, Penn State Branch (2025 - Present)
- Texas Women in Business: Member (2023 - Present)