Sarah Vanderleest
Communications Specialist
About Me
Born and raised in Wisconsin, Sarah embodies all that is classic midwestern friendliness. Sarah has nearly fifteen years of experience in communication and hospitality, having begun her career with a travel agency specializing in everything relating to the Green Bay Packers. Sharing the expertise of her hometown and meeting people from across the globe has fueled Sarah’s drive to be an integral part of every community to which she belongs.
With a passion for learning and serving others, Sarah attended Marquette University and obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in just three years. After graduation, Sarah and her husband began their military journey together, taking them on five moves in eight years.
Throughout their frequent relocations, Sarah earned a Master of Arts in Military Psychology from Adler University and continued to work and volunteer in hospitality capacities. Combining her advanced degrees and years of experience communicating with clients, Sarah is the Communications Specialist for GallantFew, a veterans service organization, and the Director of Strategic Partnerships for Ranger For Life, LLC.
Drawn to a life of service, Sarah spends her free time bird watching, enjoying nature in a hammock, completing jigsaw puzzles, and walking her dog. Sarah is an active-duty Army wife living in The South with her husband Zach and their dog.
Gallup Strengths: Analytical, Input, Learner, Discipline, and Harmony.