Sarah Beth is the Vice President of Community Partnerships for Retail Strategies. Sarah Beth brings more than 8 years of experience partnering with municipal and economic development leaders to recruit retail, revitalize downtowns, and retain small businesses in their communities. Sarah Beth is currently focused on assisting communities in Florida, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Michigan and Maryland.
Sarah Beth brings a consultative background and approach to Retail Strategies’ clients with her passion for helping communities reach their untapped potential.
Prior to Retail Strategies, she worked in the media industry at both FOX and NBC affiliates. She utilized data and local drivers to assist small businesses in promoting their brands and services.
In 2020, she was named Top 35 Under 35 for her efforts through Retail Strategies and her contribution to local economies. Sarah Beth has been a featured speaker at numerous young women’s conferences speaking on the importance of building a personal brand. Her industry speaking experience includes the International City and County Manager’s Association (ICMA) annual conference, the Wisconsin Economic Developer’s Association (WEDA) annual conference, and numerous countywide engagements in Kentucky, Louisiana, and Florida.
She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Alabama Huntsville. An active volunteer for her sorority, Delta Zeta, she serves on the National Recruitment team and is currently the President of the Birmingham Alumnae Chapter.
