About Monarda Marketing
Hi, I’m Sarah Steeve, founder of Monarda Marketing.
I’m based in the Chicago area with my husband and two children, and I’ve spent over 13 years working in digital advertising. I’ve partnered with businesses of all sizes, from small local companies to global brands like General Motors, Anheuser-Busch, and Toyota.
But more than anything, I’ve learned this:
Effective marketing isn’t about having the biggest budget. It’s about making thoughtful, informed decisions.
Why Monarda Marketing?
I launched Monarda Marketing in 2025 because I saw too many small businesses being overwhelmed by marketing advice that didn’t fit their reality.
Every business deserves a clear, well-thought-out marketing strategy, even with a smaller budget. And no business should feel pressured into tactics that don’t align with their goals, capacity, or growth stage.
At Monarda Marketing, the focus is on clarity over complexity, strategy over trends, and support that actually makes sense for where you are right now.
What it’s like to work together
When you choose to work with Monarda Marketing, you’re not outsourcing your marketing to a faceless agency or signing up for a cookie-cutter plan.
You’re gaining a thoughtful partner who will:
Help you understand why certain strategies make sense
Prioritize what will have the biggest impact
Respect your budget and long-term goals
Make marketing feel more manageable, not overwhelming
My role is to guide, support, and help you make confident decisions.
If you’re looking for marketing that feels clear, collaborative, and grounded in real business goals, I’d love to connect.